Craigin Gilbert Lake Dam, located in Kiln, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1967 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 135 acre-feet on TR- Hickory Creek. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Although the dam's condition is currently not rated, it poses a moderate risk due to its age and design. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates also operate in an uncontrolled manner. The dam has not been modified in recent years, and there is no emergency action plan in place. Despite these factors, the risk management measures for the dam are currently unspecified, leaving room for improvement in ensuring the safety and integrity of the structure for both recreational and environmental purposes. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Craigin Gilbert Lake Dam an intriguing site to explore and study further in the context of dam safety and management.
Year Completed |
1967 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HICKORY CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
135 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
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