Lake Gary Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Gary Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03709 |
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
UNION FOR REFORM JUDAISM
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Gary Dam?
Lake Gary 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 Gary Dam?
Lake Gary Dam is owned by UNION FOR REFORM JUDAISM (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Gary Dam built?
Lake Gary Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 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 25 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.