Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 Dam
Key Takeaway
Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 833 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01882 |
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 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 Dam?
Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 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 Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 Dam?
Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 Dam is owned by information not available (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 Dam built?
Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 Dam?
Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 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 Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 Dam?
Porters Creek Watershed Structure 11 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.