Palmer Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Palmer Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 42 ft (taller than 98.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 535 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03433 |
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 N. PALMER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Palmer Lake Dam?
Palmer 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 Palmer Lake Dam?
Palmer Lake Dam is owned by JOHN N. PALMER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Palmer Lake Dam built?
Palmer Lake Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Palmer Lake Dam?
Palmer 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 Palmer Lake Dam?
Palmer Lake Dam has a dam height of 42 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.