Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 47 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02789 |
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
JASON & MEGAN WEEKS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam?
Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam 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 Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam?
Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam is owned by JASON & MEGAN WEEKS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam built?
Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam?
Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam 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 Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam?
Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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.
When was Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam last inspected?
Kenneth Lowe Lake Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.