Lazy C Club Lake Dam

UNT OF BIG CREEK· Hinds, Mississippi· Built 1983· Earth· 24 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Lazy C Club Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1983 and is 43 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 24 ft (taller than 75.8% in MS)
Dam Length1,130 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage440 acre-ft
Normal Storage415 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1983 (43 years old)
NID IDMS01758

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 21, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lazy C Club Lake Dam?

Lazy C Club 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 Lazy C Club Lake Dam?

Lazy C Club Lake Dam is owned by JACKSON PUBLIC SCHOOLS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lazy C Club Lake Dam built?

Lazy C Club Lake Dam was completed in 1983, making it 43 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 Lazy C Club Lake Dam?

Lazy C Club 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 Lazy C Club Lake Dam?

Lazy C Club Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Lazy C Club Lake Dam last inspected?

Lazy C Club Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.