Simmons Lake
Key Takeaway
Simmons Lake is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 7,920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 14 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00467 |
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
HARRY SIMMONS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Simmons Lake?
Simmons Lake 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 Simmons Lake?
Simmons Lake is owned by HARRY SIMMONS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Simmons Lake built?
Simmons Lake was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Simmons Lake?
Simmons Lake serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Simmons Lake?
Simmons Lake has a dam height of 8 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.