Plum Creek Nursery Dam
Key Takeaway
Plum Creek Nursery Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS03032 |
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
INTERNATIONAL FOREST BR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Plum Creek Nursery Dam?
Plum Creek Nursery 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 Plum Creek Nursery Dam?
Plum Creek Nursery Dam is owned by INTERNATIONAL FOREST BR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Plum Creek Nursery Dam?
Plum Creek Nursery Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Plum Creek Nursery Dam?
Plum Creek Nursery Dam has a dam height of 30 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.