Tommy Coleman Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tommy Coleman Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 428 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1997 (29 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03561 |
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
TOMMY COLEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tommy Coleman Lake Dam?
Tommy Coleman 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 Tommy Coleman Lake Dam?
Tommy Coleman Lake Dam is owned by TOMMY COLEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tommy Coleman Lake Dam built?
Tommy Coleman Lake Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Tommy Coleman Lake Dam?
Tommy Coleman 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 Tommy Coleman Lake Dam?
Tommy Coleman Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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.