Salmen Scout Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Salmen Scout Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MS02146 |
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
SE LOUISIANA COUNCIL BSA
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Salmen Scout Lake Dam?
Salmen Scout 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 Salmen Scout Lake Dam?
Salmen Scout Lake Dam is owned by SE LOUISIANA COUNCIL BSA (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Salmen Scout Lake Dam?
Salmen Scout 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 Salmen Scout Lake Dam?
Salmen Scout Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Salmen Scout Lake Dam last inspected?
Salmen Scout Lake Dam was last inspected on June 18, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.