Kynerd Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kynerd Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2007 and is 19 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 443 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 288 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 476 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2007 (19 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03738 |
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 KYNERD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kynerd Lake Dam?
Kynerd 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 Kynerd Lake Dam?
Kynerd Lake Dam is owned by TOM KYNERD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kynerd Lake Dam built?
Kynerd Lake Dam was completed in 2007, making it 19 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 Kynerd Lake Dam?
Kynerd 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 Kynerd Lake Dam?
Kynerd Lake Dam 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.