Safari Lake #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Safari Lake #2 Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 91.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 314 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 9,557 cfs |
| NID ID | MS03784 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Safari Lake #2 Dam?
Safari Lake #2 Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Safari Lake #2 Dam?
Safari Lake #2 Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Safari Lake #2 Dam?
Safari Lake #2 Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, 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 Safari Lake #2 Dam?
Safari Lake #2 Dam has a dam height of 31 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.