Moore Lake
Key Takeaway
Moore Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 207 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01756 |
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
UNK
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Moore Lake?
Moore Lake 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 Moore Lake?
Moore Lake is owned by UNK (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moore Lake built?
Moore Lake was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Moore Lake?
Moore Lake 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?
Moore Lake has a dam height of 12 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.