Rain Cloud Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rain Cloud Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 92.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 607 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 369 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,165 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2004 |
| NID ID | MS01585 |
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
BUENA VISTA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rain Cloud Lake Dam?
Rain Cloud Lake 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 Rain Cloud Lake Dam?
Rain Cloud Lake Dam is owned by BUENA VISTA HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rain Cloud Lake Dam built?
Rain Cloud Lake Dam was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Rain Cloud Lake Dam?
Rain Cloud Lake 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 Rain Cloud Lake Dam?
Rain Cloud Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Rain Cloud Lake Dam last inspected?
Rain Cloud Lake Dam was last inspected on June 4, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.