Mark Simmons Lake
Key Takeaway
Mark Simmons Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 70.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 138 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00105 |
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
MARK SIMMONS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mark Simmons Lake?
Mark Simmons 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 Mark Simmons Lake?
Mark Simmons Lake is owned by MARK SIMMONS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mark Simmons Lake built?
Mark Simmons Lake was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Mark Simmons Lake?
Mark Simmons Lake 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 Mark Simmons Lake?
Mark Simmons Lake has a dam height of 22 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.