Silver Hill Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Silver Hill Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 900 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS03842 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
RHENA BREWER
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Silver Hill Lake Dam?
Silver Hill Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Silver Hill Lake Dam?
Silver Hill Lake Dam is owned by RHENA BREWER (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Silver Hill Lake Dam?
Silver Hill 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 Silver Hill Lake Dam?
Silver Hill Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Silver Hill Lake Dam last inspected?
Silver Hill Lake Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.