Sp-1b
Key Takeaway
Sp-1b is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is debris control.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 2,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 21 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 326 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01499 |
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
MISSISSIPPI POWER COMPANY
Public Utility
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What is the hazard classification of Sp-1b?
Sp-1b 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 Sp-1b?
Sp-1b is owned by MISSISSIPPI POWER COMPANY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sp-1b built?
Sp-1b was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Sp-1b?
Sp-1b serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sp-1b?
Sp-1b 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.