Sanctuary Lake Dam

UNT OF PANTHER CREEK· Madison, Mississippi· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Sanctuary Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS)
Dam Length1,900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.4K acre-ft
Normal Storage766 acre-ft
Surface Area77 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMS00068

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 20, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

BECNAN, LLC.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sanctuary Lake Dam?

Sanctuary Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Sanctuary Lake Dam?

Sanctuary Lake Dam is owned by BECNAN, LLC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sanctuary Lake Dam?

Sanctuary 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 Sanctuary Lake Dam?

Sanctuary Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Sanctuary Lake Dam last inspected?

Sanctuary Lake Dam was last inspected on June 20, 2022. 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.