Bledsoe Lake Dam, located in Mississippi, was completed in 1977 by the USDA NRCS and serves as a recreational structure along the TR-Mississippi River.
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The dam is owned privately and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring that it meets state permitting, inspection, and enforcement standards. With a primary purpose of recreation, the earth dam stands at a height of 8 feet and has a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet.
Despite having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. While the condition assessment is not rated, the structure has not been inspected recently, raising concerns about its current state. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and there are no associated structures or locks. It is essential for water resource and climate enthusiasts to monitor Bledsoe Lake Dam closely to ensure its safety and effectiveness in managing water resources for recreation in the region.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR- MISSISSIPPI RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
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|
1110cfs |
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|
48cfs |
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|
132cfs |
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|
380cfs |
Bayou Bartholomew Near Mcgehee
|
243cfs |
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|
1370cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Warfield Point Park
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Lake Chicot State Park
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Chicot County RV Park
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