Whiteway Farms Lake Dam

GORDY BRANCH· Scott, Mississippi· Built 1960· Earth· 13 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length1,017 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage42 acre-ft
Normal Storage29 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
Year Modified2019
NID IDMS02345

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 29, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

Brandi Gatewood

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

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.

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.