Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam

UNT OF UNT OF HORN LAKE CREEK· DeSoto, Mississippi· Built 2005· Earth· 10 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 2005 and is 21 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 5.1% in MS)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Normal Storage46 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge273 cfs
Year Completed2005 (21 years old)
NID IDMS03642

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

KIM KREUNEN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam?

Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam?

Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam is owned by KIM KREUNEN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam built?

Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam was completed in 2005, making it 21 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 Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam?

Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 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 Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam?

Lakes of Nicholas Number 3 Dam has a dam height of 10 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.