Twin Lakes Dam
Key Takeaway
Twin Lakes Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. 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 | 28 ft (taller than 86.6% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02233 |
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
J R & L LP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Twin Lakes Dam?
Twin Lakes 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 Twin Lakes Dam?
Twin Lakes Dam is owned by J R & L LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Twin Lakes Dam built?
Twin Lakes Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Twin Lakes Dam?
Twin Lakes 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 Twin Lakes Dam?
Twin Lakes Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Twin Lakes Dam last inspected?
Twin Lakes Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.