Eland Lake, located in Chickasaw, Mississippi, is a privately owned recreational lake with a dam constructed in 1967 by the USDA NRCS.
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With a height of 14 feet and a hydraulic height of 15 feet, the earth dam holds a normal storage capacity of 165 acre-feet and a maximum storage of 47 acre-feet. The lake covers a surface area of unknown size and has a drainage area of 0.25 square miles, with a maximum discharge capacity of 317 cubic feet per second through an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, Eland Lake’s condition assessment is currently listed as “Not Rated.” The dam is primarily used for recreational purposes, and there are no associated structures or locks on the site. While the lake is not state-regulated or permitted, it is monitored by the USDA NRCS. With its picturesque location and ample water storage capacity, Eland Lake offers a serene haven for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities in the heart of Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Length |
1575 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR- TOPOSAW CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
15 |
Drainage Area |
0.25 |
Nid Storage |
47 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
98cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
2960cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
68cfs |