Oak Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Oak Hill Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 389 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 171 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 34 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,710 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03746 |
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
COVINGTON OAK HILL, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Oak Hill Lake Dam?
Oak Hill 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 Oak Hill Lake Dam?
Oak Hill Lake Dam is owned by COVINGTON OAK HILL, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oak Hill Lake Dam built?
Oak Hill Lake Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 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 Oak Hill Lake Dam?
Oak Hill 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 Oak Hill Lake Dam?
Oak Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.