Westlake Dam
Key Takeaway
Westlake Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 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 | 24 ft (taller than 75.8% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 557 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,085 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03662 |
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
WESTLAKE DEVELOPMENT LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Westlake Dam?
Westlake 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 Westlake Dam?
Westlake Dam is owned by WESTLAKE DEVELOPMENT LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Westlake Dam built?
Westlake Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Westlake Dam?
Westlake 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 Westlake Dam?
Westlake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Westlake Dam last inspected?
Westlake Dam was last inspected on November 9, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.