Massey North Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Massey North Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 73.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 940 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 206 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 491 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03739 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MIKE MASSEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Massey North Lake Dam?
Massey North Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Massey North Lake Dam?
Massey North Lake Dam is owned by MIKE MASSEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Massey North Lake Dam built?
Massey North Lake Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Massey North Lake Dam?
Massey North Lake 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 Massey North Lake Dam?
Massey North Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Massey North Lake Dam last inspected?
Massey North Lake Dam was last inspected on April 28, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.