Lackey Dam
Key Takeaway
Lackey Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 132 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03269 |
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
CARL R. LACKEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lackey Dam?
Lackey 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 Lackey Dam?
Lackey Dam is owned by CARL R. LACKEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lackey Dam built?
Lackey Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Lackey Dam?
Lackey 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 Lackey Dam?
Lackey Dam has a dam height of 18 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.