Twelve Oaks Trace Dam
Key Takeaway
Twelve Oaks Trace 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 | 11 ft (taller than 9.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 25 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS05907 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Mike and Tanya McRee
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twelve Oaks Trace Dam?
Twelve Oaks Trace 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 Twelve Oaks Trace Dam?
Twelve Oaks Trace Dam is owned by Mike and Tanya McRee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Twelve Oaks Trace Dam?
Twelve Oaks Trace 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 Twelve Oaks Trace Dam?
Twelve Oaks Trace Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Twelve Oaks Trace Dam last inspected?
Twelve Oaks Trace Dam was last inspected on September 10, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.