Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam
Key Takeaway
Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 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 | 21 ft (taller than 67.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 815 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 373 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01512 |
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
INHABITANTS OF VLG OF MAYWOOD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam?
Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka 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 Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam?
Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam is owned by INHABITANTS OF VLG OF MAYWOOD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam built?
Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam?
Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka 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 Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam?
Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam last inspected?
Maywood Subdivision - Shahkoka Dam was last inspected on July 6, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.