Twin Oaks Lake Dam

UNT OF COLDWATER RIVER· Marshall, Mississippi· Earth· 33 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Twin Oaks Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 93.6% in MS)
Dam Length670 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage400 acre-ft
Normal Storage264 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Max Discharge71 cfs
NID IDMS03800

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Twin Oaks Lake Dam?

Twin Oaks Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Twin Oaks Lake Dam?

Twin Oaks Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Twin Oaks Lake Dam?

Twin Oaks 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 Twin Oaks Lake Dam?

Twin Oaks Lake Dam has a dam height of 33 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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.