Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam
Key Takeaway
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 73.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 670 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | MS01482 |
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
RALPH E. WILLIAMS
Local Government
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Low Hazard 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 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 Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam is owned by RALPH E. WILLIAMS (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam built?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-02 Dam has a dam height of 23 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.