Ms05580 Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ms05580 Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| NID ID | MS05580 |
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
Private
Nearby Dams
Bond Lake Ms00822 Dam
Marshall, MS
Low Hazard 20 ftMs05578 Lake Dam
Marshall, MS
Unknown 22 ftGoldsmith Lake Dam
Marshall, MS
Low Hazard 21 ftMs05579 Lake Dam
Marshall, MS
Unknown 15 ftBill Chapman Lake Dam
Marshall, MS
Low Hazard 25 ftLake Center Dam
Marshall, MS
Unknown 20 ftMs05569 Lake Dam
Marshall, MS
Low Hazard 14 ftMoore Lake Number 2 Dam
Marshall, MS
Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Ms05580 Lake Dam?
Ms05580 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 Ms05580 Lake Dam?
Ms05580 Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ms05580 Lake Dam?
Ms05580 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 Ms05580 Lake Dam?
Ms05580 Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.