Scruggs Dam
Key Takeaway
Scruggs Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2009 and is 17 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS) |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 2009 (17 years old) |
| NID ID | MS07335 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Scruggs Dam?
Scruggs 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 Scruggs Dam?
Scruggs Dam is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Scruggs Dam built?
Scruggs Dam was completed in 2009, making it 17 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
How tall is Scruggs Dam?
Scruggs 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.