Pinkerton Lake
Key Takeaway
Pinkerton Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 5,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 14 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00414 |
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
CHAS-SHELBY PINKERTON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pinkerton Lake?
Pinkerton Lake 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 Pinkerton Lake?
Pinkerton Lake is owned by CHAS-SHELBY PINKERTON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pinkerton Lake built?
Pinkerton Lake was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Pinkerton Lake?
Pinkerton Lake serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pinkerton Lake?
Pinkerton Lake has a dam height of 8 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.