Mikell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mikell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 392 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 24 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2001 |
| NID ID | MS03592 |
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
REGINALD C. & JAN W. SIMMONS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mikell Lake Dam?
Mikell Lake 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 Mikell Lake Dam?
Mikell Lake Dam is owned by REGINALD C. & JAN W. SIMMONS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mikell Lake Dam built?
Mikell Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Mikell Lake Dam?
Mikell 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 Mikell Lake Dam?
Mikell Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Mikell Lake Dam last inspected?
Mikell Lake Dam was last inspected on September 25, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.