Steele Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Steele Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 67.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 539 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1995 (31 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03331 |
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
PHIL STEELE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Steele Lake Dam?
Steele Lake Dam 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 Steele Lake Dam?
Steele Lake Dam is owned by PHIL STEELE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Steele Lake Dam built?
Steele Lake Dam was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Steele Lake Dam?
Steele 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 Steele Lake Dam?
Steele Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.