Watkins Lake Dam

UNT OF UNT OF SNAKE CREEK· Hinds, Mississippi· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Watkins Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDMS02979

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 23, 2014
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 Watkins Lake Dam?

Watkins 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 Watkins Lake Dam?

Watkins 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 Watkins Lake Dam?

Watkins 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 Watkins Lake Dam?

Watkins Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Watkins Lake Dam last inspected?

Watkins Lake Dam was last inspected on April 23, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.