Shumaker Lake Dam, located in Flowood, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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This earth dam, standing at a height of 15 feet and stretching 320 feet in length, serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a surface area of 4.3 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy. The dam holds a storage capacity of 39 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 28 acre-feet and a maximum discharge rate of 138 cubic feet per second.
Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, Shumaker Lake Dam has been inspected regularly, with the last assessment conducted in December 2020. The dam's emergency action plan was last revised in 2015, and it currently meets moderate risk guidelines. With its uncontrolled spillway type and associated moderate risk level, this dam presents a unique blend of recreational opportunity and potential challenges, making it a fascinating point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike in the beautiful surrounding area of Rankin County, Mississippi.
Dam Length |
320 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF OF HOG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4.3 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
39 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Nid Height |
15 |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
1010cfs |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Strong River At D`Lo
|
179cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
529cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
576cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Timberlake - Ross Barnett Reservoir
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Lefleur's Bluff State Park
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Lefleurs Bluff State Park
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