Lake Elizabeth Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Elizabeth 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 | 50 ft (taller than 99.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 864 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 57 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 591 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2005 (21 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03639 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
CHARLES BERRY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Elizabeth Dam?
Lake Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth Dam?
Lake Elizabeth Dam is owned by CHARLES BERRY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Elizabeth Dam built?
Lake Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth Dam?
Lake Elizabeth 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 Elizabeth Dam?
Lake Elizabeth Dam has a dam height of 50 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 Elizabeth Dam last inspected?
Lake Elizabeth Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.