Make Up Water Pond
Key Takeaway
Make Up Water Pond is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 2010 and is 16 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 2,759 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 158 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 1,000 acres |
| Year Completed | 2010 (16 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03237 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
ENTERGY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Make Up Water Pond?
Make Up Water Pond is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Make Up Water Pond?
Make Up Water Pond is owned by ENTERGY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Make Up Water Pond built?
Make Up Water Pond was completed in 2010, making it 16 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 Make Up Water Pond?
Make Up Water Pond serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Make Up Water Pond?
Make Up Water Pond has a dam height of 16 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.