Kennedy Lake
Key Takeaway
Kennedy Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 2,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 225 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 334 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02530 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
THOMAS KENNEDY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kennedy Lake?
Kennedy Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Kennedy Lake?
Kennedy Lake is owned by THOMAS KENNEDY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kennedy Lake built?
Kennedy Lake was completed in 1960, making it 66 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Kennedy Lake?
Kennedy Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kennedy Lake?
Kennedy Lake has a dam height of 25 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.