Lakewood Villages Dam
Key Takeaway
Lakewood Villages Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 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 | 26 ft (taller than 82.3% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 138 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 2,917 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03322 |
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
SOUTH CREEK HOMES, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lakewood Villages Dam?
Lakewood Villages 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 Lakewood Villages Dam?
Lakewood Villages Dam is owned by SOUTH CREEK HOMES, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lakewood Villages Dam built?
Lakewood Villages Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Lakewood Villages Dam?
Lakewood Villages 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 Lakewood Villages Dam?
Lakewood Villages Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Lakewood Villages Dam last inspected?
Lakewood Villages Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.