Whitworth Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Whitworth Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2017 and is 9 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 82.3% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 2,180 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 714 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 464 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 63 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2017 (9 years old) |
| NID ID | MS07327 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Private
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Low Hazard 15 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Whitworth Farms Dam?
Whitworth Farms 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 Whitworth Farms Dam?
Whitworth Farms Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Whitworth Farms Dam built?
Whitworth Farms Dam was completed in 2017, making it 9 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 Whitworth Farms Dam?
Whitworth Farms Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Whitworth Farms Dam?
Whitworth Farms Dam has a dam height of 26 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.