Ross Branch Dam
Key Takeaway
Ross Branch Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 305 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 366 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | MS10007 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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What is the hazard classification of Ross Branch Dam?
Ross Branch 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 Ross Branch Dam?
Ross Branch Dam is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ross Branch Dam built?
Ross Branch Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Ross Branch Dam?
Ross Branch Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ross Branch Dam?
Ross Branch Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Ross Branch Dam last inspected?
Ross Branch Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.