Omara Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Omara Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,062 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 118 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 153 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03623 |
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
JAMES O'MARA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Omara Lake Dam?
Omara Lake 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 Omara Lake Dam?
Omara Lake Dam is owned by JAMES O'MARA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Omara Lake Dam built?
Omara Lake Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Omara Lake Dam?
Omara 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 Omara Lake Dam?
Omara Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Omara Lake Dam last inspected?
Omara Lake Dam was last inspected on November 6, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.