Lake Gary Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Gary Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 40 ft (taller than 97.8% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| NID ID | MS03334 |
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
GARY DEARMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Gary Dam?
Lake Gary 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 Gary Dam?
Lake Gary Dam is owned by GARY DEARMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Gary Dam?
Lake Gary 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 Gary Dam?
Lake Gary Dam has a dam height of 40 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 Gary Dam last inspected?
Lake Gary Dam was last inspected on November 10, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.