Ms05525 Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ms05525 Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| NID ID | MS05525 |
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
DAVID AND PENNY MUENINGHOFF
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ms05525 Lake Dam?
Ms05525 Lake 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 Ms05525 Lake Dam?
Ms05525 Lake Dam is owned by DAVID AND PENNY MUENINGHOFF (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ms05525 Lake Dam?
Ms05525 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 Ms05525 Lake Dam?
Ms05525 Lake Dam 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.
When was Ms05525 Lake Dam last inspected?
Ms05525 Lake Dam was last inspected on December 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.