Oakview Drive Dam
Key Takeaway
Oakview Drive Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 92.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 482 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 223 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 572 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | MS03626 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
PANOLA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS
Local Government
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Low Hazard 32 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Oakview Drive Dam?
Oakview Drive Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Oakview Drive Dam?
Oakview Drive Dam is owned by PANOLA COUNTY BOARD OF SUPERVISORS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Oakview Drive Dam built?
Oakview Drive Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Oakview Drive Dam?
Oakview Drive 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 Oakview Drive Dam?
Oakview Drive Dam has a dam height of 32 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.