Smith Lake Dam

UNT OF BUTLER CREEK· Rankin, Mississippi· Built 2003· Earth· 12 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Smith Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage40 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge475 cfs
Year Completed2003 (23 years old)
Year Modified2003
NID IDMS03638

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 3, 2015
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

BUZZY SMITH

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Smith Lake Dam?

Smith Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Smith Lake Dam?

Smith Lake Dam is owned by BUZZY SMITH (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Smith Lake Dam built?

Smith Lake Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Smith Lake Dam?

Smith 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 Smith Lake Dam?

Smith Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Smith Lake Dam last inspected?

Smith Lake Dam was last inspected on February 3, 2015. 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.