Maywood Subdivision - Woodland Lake Dam

CAMP CREEK· DeSoto, Mississippi· Built 1948· Earth· 13 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Maywood Subdivision - Woodland Lake 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 13 ft (taller than 19.9% in MS)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage103 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge232 cfs
Year Completed1948 (78 years old)
NID IDMS01514

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 25, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

MAYWOOD HOA

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Maywood Subdivision - Woodland Lake Dam?

Maywood Subdivision - Woodland 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 Maywood Subdivision - Woodland Lake Dam?

Maywood Subdivision - Woodland Lake Dam is owned by MAYWOOD HOA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Maywood Subdivision - Woodland Lake Dam built?

Maywood Subdivision - Woodland Lake 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 - Woodland Lake Dam?

Maywood Subdivision - Woodland 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 Maywood Subdivision - Woodland Lake Dam?

Maywood Subdivision - Woodland 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.

When was Maywood Subdivision - Woodland Lake Dam last inspected?

Maywood Subdivision - Woodland Lake Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2022. 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.