Spring Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Spring Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. 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 | 22 ft (taller than 70.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 845 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 655 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 440 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 43 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02520 |
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
SPRING LAKE LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Spring Lake Dam?
Spring 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 Spring Lake Dam?
Spring Lake Dam is owned by SPRING LAKE LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Spring Lake Dam built?
Spring Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Spring Lake Dam?
Spring 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 Spring Lake Dam?
Spring Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Spring Lake Dam last inspected?
Spring Lake Dam was last inspected on June 29, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.