Wil Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Wil Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| NID ID | MS07361 |
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
WIL SEAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Wil Lake Dam?
Wil 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 Wil Lake Dam?
Wil Lake Dam is owned by WIL SEAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Wil Lake Dam?
Wil 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 Wil Lake Dam?
Wil Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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.