Whitfield Lake Dam

Rankin, Mississippi· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Whitfield Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 19.9% in MS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage160 acre-ft
Normal Storage34 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDMS01264

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 15, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Whitfield Lake Dam?

Whitfield Lake 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 Whitfield Lake Dam?

Whitfield Lake Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Whitfield Lake Dam?

Whitfield 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 Whitfield Lake Dam?

Whitfield 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 Whitfield Lake Dam last inspected?

Whitfield Lake Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2017. 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.