Trash Hunters Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Trash Hunters Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2001 and is 25 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 50.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 22 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 22 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2001 (25 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03534 |
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
MR. EARL CHUMLEY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Trash Hunters Lake Dam?
Trash Hunters 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 Trash Hunters Lake Dam?
Trash Hunters Lake Dam is owned by MR. EARL CHUMLEY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Trash Hunters Lake Dam built?
Trash Hunters Lake Dam was completed in 2001, making it 25 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 Trash Hunters Lake Dam?
Trash Hunters 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 Trash Hunters Lake Dam?
Trash Hunters 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.