Mont Mars Grade Control Structure Dam

UNT OF OKATIBBEE· Neshoba, Mississippi· Built 1993· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length680 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage48 acre-ft
Normal Storage21 acre-ft
Surface Area3 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge420 cfs
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDMS03389

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

MONT MARS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.