Lake Linda Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Linda Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 50 ft (taller than 99.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 700 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Max Discharge | 1,065 cfs |
| NID ID | MS03782 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Linda Dam?
Lake Linda 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 Linda Dam?
Lake Linda Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Linda Dam?
Lake Linda Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Linda Dam?
Lake Linda 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.