Dennery Lake Dam, located in Edwards, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1952 by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.
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Situated on the UNT of Bogue Chitto Creek, the dam stands at a height of 22 feet with a hydraulic height of 19 feet, offering a serene surface area of 17.4 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. While the dam's primary purpose is recreation, it also serves as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Dennery Lake Dam is regulated and inspected regularly to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its efficient water management, with a maximum storage capacity of 455 acre-feet. Despite being classified as not rated in terms of condition assessment, Dennery Lake Dam continues to provide a picturesque setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Hinds County, Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
22 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF BOGUE CHITTO CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
17.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Nid Storage |
455 |
Structural Height |
22 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
22 |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
699cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
348cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
464cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
88cfs |
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Lefleurs Bluff State Park
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Lefleur's Bluff State Park
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Mississippi Petrified Forest
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