Wild Briar Dam
Key Takeaway
Wild Briar Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2003 and is 23 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 820 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 495 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 320 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 767 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2003 (23 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03600 |
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 21 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wild Briar Dam?
Wild Briar 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 Wild Briar Dam?
Wild Briar Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wild Briar Dam built?
Wild Briar Dam was completed in 2003, making it 23 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 Wild Briar Dam?
Wild Briar 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 Wild Briar Dam?
Wild Briar 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.