Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-05 Dam
Key Takeaway
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-05 Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 428 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01477 |
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
PERSIMMON CREEK WATERSHED
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-05 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-05 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-21-05 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-05 Dam is owned by PERSIMMON CREEK WATERSHED (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-05 Dam built?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-05 Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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-21-05 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-05 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-21-05 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-05 Dam has a dam height of 18 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.