Shumaker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Shumaker 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 | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 138 cfs |
| NID ID | MS03465 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
TIM SHUMAKER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shumaker Lake Dam?
Shumaker 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 Shumaker Lake Dam?
Shumaker Lake Dam is owned by TIM SHUMAKER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Shumaker Lake Dam?
Shumaker 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 Shumaker Lake Dam?
Shumaker Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Shumaker Lake Dam last inspected?
Shumaker Lake Dam was last inspected on September 20, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.