Lake Castle Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Castle Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1943 and is 83 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 660 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 53 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1943 (83 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2020 |
| NID ID | MS02276 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAKE CASTLE LOT OWNERS ASSOC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Castle Dam?
Lake Castle Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Castle Dam?
Lake Castle Dam is owned by LAKE CASTLE LOT OWNERS ASSOC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Castle Dam built?
Lake Castle Dam was completed in 1943, making it 83 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 Lake Castle Dam?
Lake Castle 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 Castle Dam?
Lake Castle Dam has a dam height of 30 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.
When was Lake Castle Dam last inspected?
Lake Castle Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.