Steve Horn Dam
Key Takeaway
Steve Horn Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 86.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,318 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 680 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 504 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 42 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,629 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03458 |
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
STEVE HORN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Steve Horn Dam?
Steve Horn 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 Steve Horn Dam?
Steve Horn Dam is owned by STEVE HORN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Steve Horn Dam built?
Steve Horn Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Steve Horn Dam?
Steve Horn 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 Steve Horn Dam?
Steve Horn Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Steve Horn Dam last inspected?
Steve Horn Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.