Kidd Lake
Key Takeaway
Kidd Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 172 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01014 |
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
CLARENCE KIDD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kidd Lake?
Kidd 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 Kidd Lake?
Kidd Lake is owned by CLARENCE KIDD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kidd Lake built?
Kidd Lake was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Kidd Lake?
Kidd 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 Kidd Lake?
Kidd Lake has a dam height of 14 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.