Ricky Inmon Lake Dam

UNT OF TOWN CREEK· Lee, Mississippi· Built 1960· Earth· 15 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ricky Inmon Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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	15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS)
Dam Length	410 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	96 acre-ft
Normal Storage	72 acre-ft

Drainage Area	0 sq mi
Year Completed	1960 (66 years old)
NID ID	MS02534

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: May 11, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

RICKY INMON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ricky Inmon Lake Dam?

Ricky Inmon 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 Ricky Inmon Lake Dam?

Ricky Inmon Lake Dam is owned by RICKY INMON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Ricky Inmon Lake Dam built?

Ricky Inmon Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Ricky Inmon Lake Dam?

Ricky Inmon 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 Ricky Inmon Lake Dam?

Ricky Inmon Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Ricky Inmon Lake Dam last inspected?

Ricky Inmon Lake Dam was last inspected on May 11, 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.