The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam

UNT OF SNAKE CREEK· Hinds, Mississippi· Built 2003· Earth· 22 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 70.2% in MS)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage75 acre-ft
Normal Storage33 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge192 cfs
Year Completed2003 (23 years old)
NID IDMS03575

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: June 14, 2022
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

THE NORBERTINE FATHERS OF ST. MOSES THE BLACK PRIORY

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam?

The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam?

The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam is owned by THE NORBERTINE FATHERS OF ST. MOSES THE BLACK PRIORY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam built?

The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam?

The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory 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 The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam?

The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam has a dam height of 22 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 The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam last inspected?

The Norbertine Fathers of St Moses The Black Priory Dam was last inspected on June 14, 2022. 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.