Lake Lowndes State Park Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Lowndes State Park Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 143 acres |
| NID ID | MS00476 |
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
MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE FISHERIES AND PARKS
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Lowndes State Park Lake Dam?
Lake Lowndes State Park Lake 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 Lowndes State Park Lake Dam?
Lake Lowndes State Park Lake Dam is owned by MISSISSIPPI DEPARTMENT OF WILDLIFE FISHERIES AND PARKS (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Lowndes State Park Lake Dam?
Lake Lowndes State Park Lake 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 Lowndes State Park Lake Dam?
Lake Lowndes State Park Lake 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.