Shirley Hooper Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shirley Hooper Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| NID ID | MS03880 |
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
Daniel Hooper
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shirley Hooper Lake Dam?
Shirley Hooper 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 Shirley Hooper Lake Dam?
Shirley Hooper Lake Dam is owned by Daniel Hooper (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Shirley Hooper Lake Dam?
Shirley Hooper 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 Shirley Hooper Lake Dam?
Shirley Hooper Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Shirley Hooper Lake Dam last inspected?
Shirley Hooper Lake Dam was last inspected on June 2, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.