Kilgore Dam
Key Takeaway
Kilgore Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 84.9% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 956 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 90 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 143 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03351 |
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
TOM KILGORE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kilgore Dam?
Kilgore 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 Kilgore Dam?
Kilgore Dam is owned by TOM KILGORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kilgore Dam built?
Kilgore Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Kilgore Dam?
Kilgore 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 Kilgore Dam?
Kilgore Dam has a dam height of 27 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.