Litwiller Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Litwiller Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,836 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 122 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 397 cfs |
| NID ID | MS03835 |
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
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Litwiller Reservoir?
Litwiller Reservoir 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 Litwiller Reservoir?
Litwiller Reservoir is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Litwiller Reservoir?
Litwiller Reservoir serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Litwiller Reservoir?
Litwiller Reservoir has a dam height of 15 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.