Wayne Mccarstle Dam

HAZLIT CREEK· Wilkinson, Mississippi· Built 1993· Earth· 26 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Wayne Mccarstle Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1993 and is 33 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 82.3% in MS)
Dam Length404 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage104 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge18 cfs
Year Completed1993 (33 years old)
NID IDMS03372

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 Wayne Mccarstle Dam?

Wayne Mccarstle 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 Wayne Mccarstle Dam?

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

When was Wayne Mccarstle Dam built?

Wayne Mccarstle Dam was completed in 1993, making it 33 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 Wayne Mccarstle Dam?

Wayne Mccarstle 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 Wayne Mccarstle Dam?

Wayne Mccarstle Dam has a dam height of 26 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.