Lake Cole Dam

UNT OF MUDDY CREEK· Warren, Mississippi· Built 2005· Earth· 35 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Cole Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 95.2% in MS)
Dam Length346 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage162 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area9 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge169 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDMS03279

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

LIVE OAKS DEVELOPMENT, LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Cole Dam?

Lake Cole Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lake Cole Dam?

Lake Cole Dam is owned by LIVE OAKS DEVELOPMENT, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Cole Dam built?

Lake Cole Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Cole Dam?

Lake Cole 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 Cole Dam?

Lake Cole Dam has a dam height of 35 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.