Lake Hazle Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Hazle Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 88.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 528 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 375 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 232 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00503 |
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
CITY OF HAZLEHURST
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Hazle Dam?
Lake Hazle 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 Hazle Dam?
Lake Hazle Dam is owned by CITY OF HAZLEHURST (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Hazle Dam built?
Lake Hazle Dam was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Hazle Dam?
Lake Hazle 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 Hazle Dam?
Lake Hazle Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Hazle Dam last inspected?
Lake Hazle Dam was last inspected on October 20, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.