Lake Kathleen Dam

UNT OF BIG BLACK RIVER· Hinds, Mississippi· Built 2004· Earth· 36 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Kathleen Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 36 ft (taller than 96.2% in MS)
Dam Length438 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage274 acre-ft
Normal Storage222 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge221 cfs
Year Completed2004 (22 years old)
NID IDMS03613

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 22, 2004
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

JOE FILES

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Kathleen Dam?

Lake Kathleen 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 Kathleen Dam?

Lake Kathleen Dam is owned by JOE FILES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lake Kathleen Dam built?

Lake Kathleen Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Kathleen Dam?

Lake Kathleen 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 Kathleen Dam?

Lake Kathleen Dam has a dam height of 36 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 Kathleen Dam last inspected?

Lake Kathleen Dam was last inspected on April 22, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.