Masonite Lake Number 2 Dam

Jones, Mississippi· Earth· 12 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Masonite Lake Number 2 Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage2.7K acre-ft
Normal Storage2.1K acre-ft
Surface Area438 acres
NID IDMS02378

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
Last Inspection: July 10, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

CREEKWATER HOLDINGS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Masonite Lake Number 2 Dam?

Masonite Lake Number 2 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 Masonite Lake Number 2 Dam?

Masonite Lake Number 2 Dam is owned by CREEKWATER HOLDINGS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Masonite Lake Number 2 Dam?

Masonite Lake Number 2 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 Masonite Lake Number 2 Dam?

Masonite Lake Number 2 Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Masonite Lake Number 2 Dam last inspected?

Masonite Lake Number 2 Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2015. 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.