Worsham Brothers Dam
Key Takeaway
Worsham Brothers Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 154 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1994 (32 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03308 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
WORSHAM BROTHERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Worsham Brothers Dam?
Worsham Brothers 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 Worsham Brothers Dam?
Worsham Brothers Dam is owned by WORSHAM BROTHERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Worsham Brothers Dam built?
Worsham Brothers Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Worsham Brothers Dam?
Worsham Brothers 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 Worsham Brothers Dam?
Worsham Brothers Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Worsham Brothers Dam last inspected?
Worsham Brothers Dam was last inspected on December 11, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.