Raymond Lake Dam

UNT OF SNAKE CREEK· Hinds, Mississippi· Earth· 24 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Raymond Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	24 ft (taller than 75.8% in MS)
Dam Length	1,070 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	622 acre-ft
Normal Storage	407 acre-ft

Surface Area	43 acres
Drainage Area	1 sq mi
NID ID	MS01774

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: March 21, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Raymond Lake Dam?

Raymond Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Raymond Lake Dam?

Raymond Lake Dam is owned by HINDS COMMUNITY COLLEGE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Raymond Lake Dam?

Raymond 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 Raymond Lake Dam?

Raymond Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Raymond Lake Dam last inspected?

Raymond Lake Dam was last inspected on March 21, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.