Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 345 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2006 |
| NID ID | MS02279 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BETHANY W CULLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam?
Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam?
Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam is owned by BETHANY W CULLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam built?
Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam?
Natchez Trace Village 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 Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam?
Natchez Trace Village Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.