Bill Cloud Lake Dam, situated in the picturesque Silver Run, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Completed in 1968, this earth dam primarily serves recreational purposes and stands at a height of 12 feet with a storage capacity of 600 acre-feet. The dam, constructed with a buttress core on a soil foundation, features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, Bill Cloud Lake Dam poses a moderate risk level, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated." The dam has not been inspected recently, and its emergency action plan status is unknown. However, water resource and climate enthusiasts may find the unique design and regulatory aspects of this dam intriguing, as it offers insights into the management and maintenance of water infrastructure in a rural setting. Further exploration of this dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness could provide valuable lessons for similar structures in the region.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR- JUNIPER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
600 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Black Creek Nr Brooklyn
|
612cfs |
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
380cfs |
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
467cfs |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
456cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
1010cfs |
Cypress Creek Nr Janice
|
71cfs |