Rice Acres Lake Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, serves as a vital structure for recreational purposes, offering a surface area of 5 acres for visitors to enjoy.
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Completed in 1958, this earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 72 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 48 acre-feet. The dam is situated along the UNT of Eleven Mile Creek, providing a picturesque setting for outdoor activities.
Managed by a private owner, the Rice Acres Lake Dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, with regular inspections conducted to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam's spillway, of the uncontrolled type, has a maximum discharge capacity of 152 cubic feet per second, mitigating the risk of high hazard potential associated with the structure. Despite its moderate risk assessment rating, the dam has been deemed to be in satisfactory condition as of the last assessment in June 2020.
With its strategic location and significance for both water resource management and climate adaptation, Rice Acres Lake Dam stands as a crucial asset in the region. Its role in providing recreational opportunities, combined with its effective risk management measures and regulatory oversight, underscores the importance of maintaining and safeguarding this essential infrastructure for the community and the environment.
Year Completed |
1958 |
Dam Length |
575 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF ELEVEN MILE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
0.03 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
15 |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1010cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
628cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
529cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
179cfs |