Paul Cheeks Dam

BURR CREEK· Jones, Mississippi· Earth· 20 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Paul Cheeks Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage144 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDMS03234

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

MOSELLE CATFISH FARM, INC.

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Paul Cheeks Dam?

Paul Cheeks 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 Paul Cheeks Dam?

Paul Cheeks Dam is owned by MOSELLE CATFISH FARM, INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Paul Cheeks Dam?

Paul Cheeks 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 Paul Cheeks Dam?

Paul Cheeks Dam has a dam height of 20 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.

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.