Shuler Dam
Key Takeaway
Shuler Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 950 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 502 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 300 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 500 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1993 (33 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03361 |
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
STANTON E. SHULER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shuler Dam?
Shuler 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 Shuler Dam?
Shuler Dam is owned by STANTON E. SHULER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shuler Dam built?
Shuler Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Shuler Dam?
Shuler 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 Shuler Dam?
Shuler 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.