Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam
Key Takeaway
Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.3% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,550 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.0K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 132 acres |
| Drainage Area | 5 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,155 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03477 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
WELLSGATE, LLC
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam?
Wellsgate Lake Number 1 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 Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam?
Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam is owned by WELLSGATE, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam built?
Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam?
Wellsgate Lake Number 1 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 Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam?
Wellsgate Lake Number 1 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.
When was Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam last inspected?
Wellsgate Lake Number 1 Dam was last inspected on January 5, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.