Bennett Dam, located in Itawamba, Mississippi, is a privately owned Earth dam that was completed in 1997 for recreational purposes.
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The dam stands at a height of 25 feet and has a length of 235 feet, creating a reservoir with a maximum storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. With a surface area of 6.7 acres and a drainage area of 0.11 square miles, the dam regulates the flow of the Unt of Tombigbee River and has a low hazard potential.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Bennett Dam is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Although the dam's condition has not been rated, it undergoes regular state inspection, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safe operation. Despite not having any associated locks or outlet gates, the dam serves as a recreational spot for water resource enthusiasts in the region and contributes to the conservation of water resources in the area.
Overall, Bennett Dam plays a crucial role in water management and recreational activities in Mississippi. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam provides a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors while also serving its primary purpose of recreation. As a key feature along the Unt of Tombigbee River, the dam showcases the importance of sustainable water resource management in the state.
Year Completed |
1997 |
Dam Length |
235 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF TOMBIGBEE RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.7 |
Drainage Area |
0.11 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Tombigbee River At Bigbee
|
970cfs |
Bull Mountain Creek At Tremont
|
90cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Fulton
|
180cfs |
Tombigbee River Nr Amory
|
3330cfs |
Cummings Creek Nr Fulton
|
43cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
144cfs |