Mimosa Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mimosa Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 333 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01776 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LAKE MIMOSA PARK ASSOCIATION, INC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mimosa Lake Dam?
Mimosa Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Mimosa Lake Dam?
Mimosa Lake Dam is owned by LAKE MIMOSA PARK ASSOCIATION, INC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mimosa Lake Dam built?
Mimosa Lake Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Mimosa Lake Dam?
Mimosa 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 Mimosa Lake Dam?
Mimosa Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Mimosa Lake Dam last inspected?
Mimosa Lake Dam was last inspected on March 3, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.