Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 Dam
Key Takeaway
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01486 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
L.H. JOHNSON
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. 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-21-09 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 Dam is owned by L.H. JOHNSON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 Dam built?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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-21-09 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 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-21-09 Dam?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 Dam has a dam height of 19 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.
When was Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 Dam last inspected?
Persimmon Creek Structure Y-21-09 Dam was last inspected on February 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.