Piney Creek Watershed Structure Y-38-23 Dam
Key Takeaway
Piney Creek Watershed Structure Y-38-23 Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 113 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MS02000 |
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
Local Government
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Low Hazard 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Piney Creek Watershed Structure Y-38-23 Dam?
Piney Creek Watershed Structure Y-38-23 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 Piney Creek Watershed Structure Y-38-23 Dam?
Piney Creek Watershed Structure Y-38-23 Dam is owned by information not available (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Piney Creek Watershed Structure Y-38-23 Dam?
Piney Creek Watershed Structure Y-38-23 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 Piney Creek Watershed Structure Y-38-23 Dam?
Piney Creek Watershed Structure Y-38-23 Dam has a dam height of 25 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.