Stites Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stites Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2014 and is 12 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 587 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2014 (12 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03879 |
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
RUSSELL STITES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stites Lake Dam?
Stites 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 Stites Lake Dam?
Stites Lake Dam is owned by RUSSELL STITES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stites Lake Dam built?
Stites Lake Dam was completed in 2014, making it 12 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 Stites Lake Dam?
Stites Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stites Lake Dam?
Stites Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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.