Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam
Key Takeaway
Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5.1% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MS00119 |
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
CITY OF MENDENHALL
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam?
Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam 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 Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam?
Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam is owned by CITY OF MENDENHALL (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam?
Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam 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 Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam?
Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam last inspected?
Mendenhall Sewage Lagoon Dam was last inspected on May 22, 1998. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.