Steve Horn Dam, also known as Dam #4, is a privately owned structure located in Madison, Mississippi, along the Persimmon Creek.
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Completed in 1999, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and spans a length of 1318 feet, providing a storage capacity of 680 acre-feet for recreational purposes. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is considered to have a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment.
Situated within the Vicksburg District, Steve Horn Dam features an uncontrolled spillway and has not been rated for its current condition. While the dam does not have associated locks or outlet gates, it does play a crucial role in managing water resources in the area. With a drainage area of 0.34 square miles and a maximum discharge of 1629 cubic feet per second, the dam serves as a vital infrastructure for water control and recreational activities in the region. Overall, Steve Horn Dam presents a fascinating intersection of water resource management, climate resilience, and recreational opportunities in the heart of Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1999 |
Dam Length |
1318 |
Dam Height |
28 |
River Or Stream |
PERSIMMON CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
42 |
Drainage Area |
0.34 |
Nid Storage |
680 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
28 |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
392cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
362cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
520cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
73cfs |