Tradition Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Tradition Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 160 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 3,200 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03786 |
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
THE VILLAGE AT TRADITION, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Tradition Lake Dam?
Tradition 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 Tradition Lake Dam?
Tradition Lake Dam is owned by THE VILLAGE AT TRADITION, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Tradition Lake Dam built?
Tradition Lake Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Tradition Lake Dam?
Tradition Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation, Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Tradition Lake Dam?
Tradition Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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.