Regency Estates Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Regency Estates Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. 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 | 16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 548 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | MS05421 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
REGENCY ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Regency Estates Lake Dam?
Regency Estates 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 Regency Estates Lake Dam?
Regency Estates Lake Dam is owned by REGENCY ESTATES HOMEOWNERS ASSOC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Regency Estates Lake Dam built?
Regency Estates Lake Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Regency Estates Lake Dam?
Regency Estates 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 Regency Estates Lake Dam?
Regency Estates Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Regency Estates Lake Dam last inspected?
Regency Estates Lake Dam was last inspected on October 11, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.