Rhoden Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Rhoden Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 92.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 754 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 60 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03528 |
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
Private
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Low Hazard 10 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Rhoden Lake Dam?
Rhoden 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 Rhoden Lake Dam?
Rhoden Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rhoden Lake Dam built?
Rhoden Lake Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Rhoden Lake Dam?
Rhoden 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 Rhoden Lake Dam?
Rhoden 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.