West Lake Manor First Addition Dam
Key Takeaway
West Lake Manor First Addition Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 440 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 24 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 241 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2003 |
| NID ID | MS03597 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WEST LAKE MANOR FIRST ADDITION LAKE ASSOCIATION
Private
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What is the hazard classification of West Lake Manor First Addition Dam?
West Lake Manor First Addition Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates West Lake Manor First Addition Dam?
West Lake Manor First Addition Dam is owned by WEST LAKE MANOR FIRST ADDITION LAKE ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was West Lake Manor First Addition Dam built?
West Lake Manor First Addition Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 West Lake Manor First Addition Dam?
West Lake Manor First Addition 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 West Lake Manor First Addition Dam?
West Lake Manor First Addition 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 West Lake Manor First Addition Dam last inspected?
West Lake Manor First Addition Dam was last inspected on March 16, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.