Multip Manor Lake Dam
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 Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02896 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
MARC WILSON
Private
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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.