Stone Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Stone Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 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 | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | MS07320 |
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
LANDMARK DEVELOPMENT INC.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stone Lake Dam?
Stone 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 Stone Lake Dam?
Stone Lake Dam is owned by LANDMARK DEVELOPMENT INC. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stone Lake Dam built?
Stone Lake Dam was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Stone Lake Dam?
Stone 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 Stone Lake Dam?
Stone Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Stone Lake Dam last inspected?
Stone Lake Dam was last inspected on April 18, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.