Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam
Key Takeaway
Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 91.6% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 368 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01874 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
DERECK HOPPER
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam?
Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam?
Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam is owned by DERECK HOPPER (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam built?
Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam?
Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam?
Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam last inspected?
Muddy Creek Watershed Structure 12 Dam was last inspected on November 8, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.