Multip Manor Lake Dam

UNT OF SMITH CREEK· Hinds, Mississippi· Built 1961· Earth· 9 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Multip Manor Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. 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 9 ft (taller than 3.9% in MS)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage78 acre-ft
Normal Storage22 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1961 (65 years old)
NID IDMS02896

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: No
Last Inspection: March 31, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

MARC WILSON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Multip Manor Lake Dam?

Multip Manor 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 Multip Manor Lake Dam?

Multip Manor Lake Dam is owned by MARC WILSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Multip Manor Lake Dam built?

Multip Manor Lake Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Multip Manor Lake Dam?

Multip Manor 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 Multip Manor Lake Dam?

Multip Manor Lake Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Multip Manor Lake Dam last inspected?

Multip Manor Lake Dam was last inspected on March 31, 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.