Openwood Lake Dam

UNT OF WREN BAYOU· Warren, Mississippi· Earth· 21 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Not Listed

Key Takeaway

Openwood Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 67.1% in MS)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage185 acre-ft
Normal Storage25 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMS07367

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 29, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

Not Listed

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Openwood Lake Dam?

Openwood 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 Openwood Lake Dam?

Openwood Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Openwood Lake Dam?

Openwood 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 Openwood Lake Dam?

Openwood Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Openwood Lake Dam last inspected?

Openwood Lake Dam was last inspected on June 29, 2021. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.