Whiteway Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Whiteway Farms Lake Dam is classified as significant hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 19.9% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,017 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| Year Modified | 2019 |
| NID ID | MS02345 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Brandi Gatewood
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Whiteway Farms Lake Dam?
Whiteway Farms Lake Dam is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Whiteway Farms Lake Dam?
Whiteway Farms Lake Dam is owned by Brandi Gatewood (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whiteway Farms Lake Dam built?
Whiteway Farms Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Whiteway Farms Lake Dam?
Whiteway Farms 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 Whiteway Farms Lake Dam?
Whiteway Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Whiteway Farms Lake Dam last inspected?
Whiteway Farms Lake Dam was last inspected on March 29, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.