Steve Horn Number 2 Dam

PERSIMMON CREEK· Madison, Mississippi· Built 1999· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Steve Horn Number 2 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 17 ft (taller than 46.4% in MS)
Dam Length800 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage57 acre-ft
Normal Storage36 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge464 cfs
Year Completed1999 (27 years old)
NID IDMS03456

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: August 9, 2000
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

STEVE HORN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Steve Horn Number 2 Dam?

Steve Horn Number 2 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 Number 2 Dam?

Steve Horn Number 2 Dam is owned by STEVE HORN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Steve Horn Number 2 Dam built?

Steve Horn Number 2 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 Number 2 Dam?

Steve Horn Number 2 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 Number 2 Dam?

Steve Horn Number 2 Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Number 2 Dam last inspected?

Steve Horn Number 2 Dam was last inspected on August 9, 2000. 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.