Tidwell Dam

UNT OF REDBONE CREEK· Warren, Mississippi· Earth· 25 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Tidwell Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. 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	25 ft (taller than 78.4% in MS)
Dam Length	570 ft
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	125 acre-ft
Normal Storage	90 acre-ft

Surface Area	9 acres
Drainage Area	0 sq mi
NID ID	MS06170

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No

Last Inspection: February 14, 2023

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

jOHN M TIDWELL JR

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tidwell Dam?

Tidwell 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 Tidwell Dam?

Tidwell Dam is owned by jOHN M TIDWELL JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Tidwell Dam?

Tidwell 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 Tidwell Dam?

Tidwell Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Tidwell Dam last inspected?

Tidwell Dam was last inspected on February 14, 2023. 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.