Maurice Jones Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Maurice Jones Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 19.9% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,515 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 42 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 672 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03631 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
MAURICE JONES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maurice Jones Lake Dam?
Maurice Jones Lake 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 Maurice Jones Lake Dam?
Maurice Jones Lake Dam is owned by MAURICE JONES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maurice Jones Lake Dam built?
Maurice Jones Lake Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Maurice Jones Lake Dam?
Maurice Jones 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 Maurice Jones Lake Dam?
Maurice Jones Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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.