Woodson Ridge Dam
Key Takeaway
Woodson Ridge Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2008 and is 18 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 96.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 204 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 148 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2008 (18 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03768 |
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
WOODSON RIDGE, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Woodson Ridge Dam?
Woodson Ridge 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 Woodson Ridge Dam?
Woodson Ridge Dam is owned by WOODSON RIDGE, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Woodson Ridge Dam built?
Woodson Ridge Dam was completed in 2008, making it 18 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 Woodson Ridge Dam?
Woodson Ridge 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 Woodson Ridge Dam?
Woodson Ridge Dam has a dam height of 36 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.