Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam
Key Takeaway
Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 93.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 420 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03389 |
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
MONT MARS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam?
Mont Mars Grade Control Structure 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 Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam?
Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam is owned by MONT MARS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam built?
Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam?
Mont Mars Grade Control Structure 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 Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam?
Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam has a dam height of 33 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.