Lake A Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake A Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 67.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 174 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS03220 |
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
TIMBERTON GOLF L.P.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake A Dam?
Lake A 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 Lake A Dam?
Lake A Dam is owned by TIMBERTON GOLF L.P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake A Dam?
Lake A 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 Lake A Dam?
Lake A Dam has a dam height of 21 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.