Lake Mellie Jane
Key Takeaway
Lake Mellie Jane is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 705 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS03888 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Gary L. Dearman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Mellie Jane?
Lake Mellie Jane is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lake Mellie Jane?
Lake Mellie Jane is owned by Gary L. Dearman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Mellie Jane?
Lake Mellie Jane 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 Mellie Jane?
Lake Mellie Jane 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.
When was Lake Mellie Jane last inspected?
Lake Mellie Jane was last inspected on March 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.