Lake Wellington Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Wellington Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 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 | 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 610 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 274 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 206 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03772 |
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
WELLINGTON HOMEOWNERS ASSOC INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Wellington Dam?
Lake Wellington 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 Wellington Dam?
Lake Wellington Dam is owned by WELLINGTON HOMEOWNERS ASSOC INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Wellington Dam built?
Lake Wellington Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Wellington Dam?
Lake Wellington 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 Wellington Dam?
Lake Wellington Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Wellington Dam last inspected?
Lake Wellington Dam was last inspected on January 11, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.