Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam

UNT OF PEARL RIVER· Hinds, Mississippi· Built 1978· Earth· 15 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS)
Dam Length3,000 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage386 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDMS02738

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: April 22, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

JOHN W. MASON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam?

Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam?

Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam is owned by JOHN W. MASON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam built?

Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam?

Willowwood Subdivison 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 Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam?

Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam last inspected?

Willowwood Subdivison Lake Dam was last inspected on April 22, 2014. 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.