Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 70.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01108 |
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
Local Government
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam?
Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 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 Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam?
Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam is owned by information not available (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam built?
Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam?
Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam?
Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam last inspected?
Mill Creek WS Str Lt-14b-1 Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.