L T Brantley Lake Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, is a privately-owned structure primarily designed for recreation purposes.
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Built in 1960 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at a height of 20 feet and has a storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. While the dam's hazard potential is considered low, its condition assessment as of December 2016 was deemed unsatisfactory.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam on TR- Rodes Creek -OS is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state authorities. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam's structure is buttressed and sits on a soil foundation, with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The dam's risk management measures, emergency action plan, and inundation maps status are not fully detailed in the available data, suggesting potential areas for improvement in emergency preparedness and risk mitigation strategies.
In the district represented by Congressman Bennie G. Thompson, water resource and climate enthusiasts may find L T Brantley Lake Dam an intriguing case study for understanding the complexities of managing a recreational dam in a state-regulated environment. With its historical significance, design characteristics, and regulatory oversight, this dam offers valuable insights into the intersection of water infrastructure, environmental conservation, and public safety in the Mississippi region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
20 |
River Or Stream |
TR- RODES CREEK -OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
165 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
20 |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1180cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
1230cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
286cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
631cfs |