Moore Lake Dam

WARRIOR CREEK· Scott, Mississippi· Earth· 15 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Moore Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. 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	15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS)
Dam Length	775 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	31 acre-ft
Normal Storage	19 acre-ft

Surface Area	6 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Max Discharge	107 cfs
NID ID	MS00874

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: May 22, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

JAMES MOORE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Moore Lake Dam?

Moore 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 Moore Lake Dam?

Moore Lake Dam is owned by JAMES MOORE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Moore Lake Dam?

Moore 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 Moore Lake Dam?

Moore Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Moore Lake Dam last inspected?

Moore Lake Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.