Kyle's Lake Dam, located in Handy Corner, Mississippi, is a private earth dam constructed in 1952 for recreational purposes.
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Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands at a height of 9 feet and has a hydraulic height of 6.88 feet, offering a maximum storage capacity of 57.37 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is to provide recreation opportunities, with a surface area of 6.77 acres and a drainage area of 0.08 square miles.
Despite being under state regulation and inspection, Kyle's Lake Dam has a high hazard potential due to its location on the UNT of Nonconnah Creek. The dam's condition assessment was rated as fair during the last inspection in December 2020. With a moderate risk assessment score of 3, there are no emergency action plans in place, raising concerns about the dam's emergency preparedness. With a history dating back to nearly 70 years, this dam serves as a vital recreational resource in DeSoto County, Mississippi, but ongoing monitoring and maintenance are crucial to ensure its safety and resilience in the face of changing climate and water resource challenges.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
440 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF UNT OF NONCONNAH CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.77 |
Hydraulic Height |
6.88 |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
57.37 |
Structural Height |
8 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
9 |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
112cfs |
Nonconnah Creek Near Germantown
|
30cfs |
Wolf River At Germantown
|
542cfs |
Wolf River At Rossville
|
508cfs |
Fletcher Creek At Sycamore View Road At Memphis
|
8cfs |
Mississippi River At Memphis
|
227000cfs |