Mchann Lake
Key Takeaway
Mchann Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 138 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02168 |
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
BILL MCHANN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mchann Lake?
Mchann 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 Mchann Lake?
Mchann Lake is owned by BILL MCHANN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mchann Lake built?
Mchann Lake was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Mchann Lake?
Mchann Lake 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 Mchann Lake?
Mchann Lake has a dam height of 25 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.