Lakeland Drive Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakeland Drive Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. 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 | 34 ft (taller than 94.6% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 350 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS03852 |
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
SHERRY UNDERWOOD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakeland Drive Lake Dam?
Lakeland Drive Lake 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 Lakeland Drive Lake Dam?
Lakeland Drive Lake Dam is owned by SHERRY UNDERWOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lakeland Drive Lake Dam?
Lakeland Drive 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 Lakeland Drive Lake Dam?
Lakeland Drive Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Lakeland Drive Lake Dam last inspected?
Lakeland Drive Lake Dam was last inspected on February 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.