Marvin Davis Dam
Key Takeaway
Marvin Davis Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.3% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 410 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 149 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 487 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03509 |
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
MARVIN H. DAVIS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marvin Davis Dam?
Marvin Davis Dam 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 Marvin Davis Dam?
Marvin Davis Dam is owned by MARVIN H. DAVIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marvin Davis Dam built?
Marvin Davis Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Marvin Davis Dam?
Marvin Davis 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 Marvin Davis Dam?
Marvin Davis Dam has a dam height of 26 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.