Marathon Lake

ICHUSA CR· Smith, Mississippi· Built 1962· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Fish And Wildlife Pond Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Marathon Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS)
Dam Length1,620 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage643 acre-ft
Normal Storage355 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge800 cfs
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDMS00953

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 7, 2016
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

USDA FS

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Marathon Lake?

Marathon Lake 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 Marathon Lake?

Marathon Lake is owned by USDA FS (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Marathon Lake built?

Marathon Lake 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 Marathon Lake?

Marathon Lake serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Marathon Lake?

Marathon Lake 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 Marathon Lake last inspected?

Marathon Lake was last inspected on June 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.