Little Black Creek Water Park Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Black Creek Water Park Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 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 | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 600 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00712 |
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
PAT HARRISION WATERWAY DISTRICT
State Government
Nearby Dams
Buster Crider Pond Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 10 ftMs04215 Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 14 ftMs05043 Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 13 ftMs05044 Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 15 ftMs04211 Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Unknown 17 ftMs04214 Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 17 ftHudson Lake Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 23 ftMurdy Pond Dam
Lamar, MS
Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Little Black Creek Water Park Dam?
Little Black Creek Water Park 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 Little Black Creek Water Park Dam?
Little Black Creek Water Park Dam is owned by PAT HARRISION WATERWAY DISTRICT (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Little Black Creek Water Park Dam built?
Little Black Creek Water Park Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Little Black Creek Water Park Dam?
Little Black Creek Water Park 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 Little Black Creek Water Park Dam?
Little Black Creek Water Park Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Little Black Creek Water Park Dam last inspected?
Little Black Creek Water Park Dam was last inspected on January 27, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.