Marilyn Johnson Dam

CEDAR CREEK· Noxubee, Mississippi· Built 1991· Earth· 11 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Marilyn Johnson Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 9.4% in MS)
Dam Length100 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Normal Storage60 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1991 (35 years old)
NID IDMS03261

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

MARILYN JOHNSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Marilyn Johnson Dam?

Marilyn Johnson Dam 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 Marilyn Johnson Dam?

Marilyn Johnson Dam is owned by MARILYN JOHNSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Marilyn Johnson Dam built?

Marilyn Johnson Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Marilyn Johnson Dam?

Marilyn Johnson 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 Marilyn Johnson Dam?

Marilyn Johnson Dam has a dam height of 11 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.

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.