Charles Dahlke Lake Dam in Mississippi, completed in 1986, stands as a testament to innovative infrastructure for recreation and water resource management.
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Designed by NRCS, this earth dam with a stone core spans 1906 feet and reaches a height of 15.2 feet, providing storage of 182 acre-feet of water for activities like boating and fishing across its 22.5-acre surface area. The dam helps regulate the flow of the UNT of UNT of Gilmer Creek, with a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment.
Located in Lowndes County, Mississippi, the dam is privately owned and regulated by the state's Department of Environmental Quality. With a primary purpose of recreation, it offers a tranquil escape for locals and visitors alike. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway and outlet gates ensure safe water releases, while regular state inspections and enforcement measures maintain its integrity. As climate change impacts water resources, the sustainable management of structures like Charles Dahlke Lake Dam becomes crucial for ensuring water security and environmental resilience in the region.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
1906 |
Dam Height |
15.2 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF UNT OF GILMER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
11.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.16 |
Nid Storage |
182 |
Structural Height |
15.2 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
Tombigbee River At Stennis Lock And Dam
|
2610cfs |
Luxapallila Creek Nr Columbus
|
525cfs |
Tombigbee River At Bevill L&D Nr Pickensville
|
1550cfs |
Noxubee River At Macon
|
147cfs |
Tombigbee River At Aberdeen Lock And Dam
|
121cfs |