Mccoy Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mccoy Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2011 and is 15 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 | 44 ft (taller than 98.8% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 286 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2011 (15 years old) |
| NID ID | MS06164 |
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
JOHN MCCOY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mccoy Lake Dam?
Mccoy 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 Mccoy Lake Dam?
Mccoy Lake Dam is owned by JOHN MCCOY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mccoy Lake Dam built?
Mccoy Lake Dam was completed in 2011, making it 15 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 Mccoy Lake Dam?
Mccoy 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 Mccoy Lake Dam?
Mccoy Lake Dam has a dam height of 44 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 Mccoy Lake Dam last inspected?
Mccoy Lake Dam was last inspected on February 13, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.