Warren Dam

UNT OF CLEAR CREEK· Lafayette, Mississippi· Built 1997· Earth· 20 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Warren Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1997 and is 29 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 60.2% in MS)
Dam Length199 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage55 acre-ft
Normal Storage28 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge39 cfs
Year Completed1997 (29 years old)
NID IDMS03515

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

TERRY WARREN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Warren Dam?

Warren 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 Warren Dam?

Warren Dam is owned by TERRY WARREN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Warren Dam built?

Warren Dam was completed in 1997, making it 29 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 Warren Dam?

Warren 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 Warren Dam?

Warren Dam has a dam height of 20 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.