Lake Nirvana Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Nirvana Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other. 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 | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 2,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 315 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 44 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 260 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01857 |
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
Michelle Clarke
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Nirvana Dam?
Lake Nirvana Dam 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 Nirvana Dam?
Lake Nirvana Dam is owned by Michelle Clarke (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Nirvana Dam built?
Lake Nirvana Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Nirvana Dam?
Lake Nirvana Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Nirvana Dam?
Lake Nirvana 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.
When was Lake Nirvana Dam last inspected?
Lake Nirvana Dam was last inspected on January 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.