Long Creek Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Long Creek Reservoir Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. 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 | 30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,493 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 227 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,078 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02676 |
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
CITY OF MERIDIAN
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Long Creek Reservoir Dam?
Long Creek Reservoir 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 Long Creek Reservoir Dam?
Long Creek Reservoir Dam is owned by CITY OF MERIDIAN (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Long Creek Reservoir Dam built?
Long Creek Reservoir Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Long Creek Reservoir Dam?
Long Creek Reservoir 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 Long Creek Reservoir Dam?
Long Creek Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Long Creek Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Long Creek Reservoir Dam was last inspected on April 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.