Lake Mailande
Key Takeaway
Lake Mailande is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 99.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 178 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03329 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RICHARD VISE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Mailande?
Lake Mailande is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Mailande?
Lake Mailande is owned by RICHARD VISE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Mailande built?
Lake Mailande was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Mailande?
Lake Mailande 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 Mailande?
Lake Mailande has a dam height of 55 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 Mailande last inspected?
Lake Mailande was last inspected on May 9, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.