Mcelroy Lake
Key Takeaway
Mcelroy Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 138 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00005 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
J L MCELROY ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcelroy Lake?
Mcelroy Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mcelroy Lake?
Mcelroy Lake is owned by J L MCELROY ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mcelroy Lake built?
Mcelroy Lake was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Mcelroy Lake?
Mcelroy Lake serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcelroy Lake?
Mcelroy Lake has a dam height of 12 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.