Stone Lake Dam, located in Lafayette County, Mississippi, is a privately owned recreational dam completed in 2009 with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities.
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Designed by JOHN S WILSON, P.E., this earth dam with a stone core stands at a height of 28.4 feet and has a hydraulic height of 25.4 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 214 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 12.4 acres, serving as a popular spot for outdoor enthusiasts in the area.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Stone Lake Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Although rated as having a low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment score. Despite this, the dam's condition is currently marked as "Not Rated", indicating that further assessment may be needed to determine its overall safety and maintenance requirements. The dam's spillway type is uncontrolled, with a maximum discharge capacity of 880 cubic feet per second.
With its picturesque location on the UNT of East Cypress Creek, Stone Lake Dam offers a tranquil setting for recreational activities and serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding community. While the dam's risk assessment suggests a moderate level of concern, ongoing management measures and inspections aim to ensure the safety and integrity of this important infrastructure for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
2009 |
Dam Length |
550 |
Dam Height |
28.4 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF EAST CYPRESS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12.4 |
Hydraulic Height |
25.4 |
Drainage Area |
0.58 |
Nid Storage |
214 |
Structural Height |
30.4 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
30 |