Sanders Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Sanders Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 2000 and is 26 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 56.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 356 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 102 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 8 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 168 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2000 (26 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03484 |
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
JOHN T. SANDERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Sanders Lake Dam?
Sanders Lake 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 Sanders Lake Dam?
Sanders Lake Dam is owned by JOHN T. SANDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sanders Lake Dam built?
Sanders Lake Dam was completed in 2000, making it 26 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 Sanders Lake Dam?
Sanders 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 Sanders Lake Dam?
Sanders Lake 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.