Segrest Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Segrest Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 73.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 384 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 151 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03451 |
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
PHIL SEGREST
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Segrest Lake Dam?
Segrest 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 Segrest Lake Dam?
Segrest Lake Dam is owned by PHIL SEGREST (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Segrest Lake Dam built?
Segrest Lake Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Segrest Lake Dam?
Segrest 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 Segrest Lake Dam?
Segrest Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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.