Rufus Shaw Lake
Key Takeaway
Rufus Shaw Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 19.9% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 552 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00164 |
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
RUFUS SHAW
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rufus Shaw Lake?
Rufus Shaw Lake 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 Rufus Shaw Lake?
Rufus Shaw Lake is owned by RUFUS SHAW (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rufus Shaw Lake built?
Rufus Shaw Lake was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Rufus Shaw Lake?
Rufus Shaw Lake 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 Rufus Shaw Lake?
Rufus Shaw Lake has a dam height of 13 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.