Shook Lake Dam

UNT OF TOWN CREEK· Lee, Mississippi· Earth· 16 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Shook Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS)
Dam Length	415 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	115 acre-ft
Normal Storage	96 acre-ft

Surface Area	11 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
NID ID	MS04503

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: May 11, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

PATRICK SHOOK

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Shook Lake Dam?

Shook Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Shook Lake Dam?

Shook Lake Dam is owned by PATRICK SHOOK (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Shook Lake Dam?

Shook 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 Shook Lake Dam?

Shook Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Shook Lake Dam last inspected?

Shook Lake Dam was last inspected on May 11, 2023. 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.