Lee Linder Dam
Key Takeaway
Lee Linder Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 324 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03616 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LEE LINDER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lee Linder Dam?
Lee Linder Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lee Linder Dam?
Lee Linder Dam is owned by LEE LINDER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lee Linder Dam built?
Lee Linder Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Lee Linder Dam?
Lee Linder Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lee Linder Dam?
Lee Linder 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 Lee Linder Dam last inspected?
Lee Linder Dam was last inspected on October 15, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.