Palmer Dam
Key Takeaway
Palmer Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 88.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 676 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 268 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS03211 |
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
JOHN PALMER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Palmer Dam?
Palmer 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 Palmer Dam?
Palmer Dam is owned by JOHN PALMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Palmer Dam?
Palmer 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 Palmer Dam?
Palmer Dam has a dam height of 29 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.