Maurice Jones Lake Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Completed in 2001, this earth dam stands at a height of 12.5 feet and has a length of 1515 feet, containing a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet. Situated on the UNT of Big Creek, this dam offers a surface area of 10.7 acres for recreational activities.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Maurice Jones Lake Dam is regulated and inspected by the state to ensure its safety and compliance with environmental standards. Although its hazard potential is currently undetermined and its condition is not rated, the dam is considered to have a moderate risk level. With a spillway type of "Uncontrolled" and a maximum discharge capacity of 672 cubic feet per second, the dam provides both recreational opportunities and essential water management functions for the surrounding area.
In the event of an emergency, the dam's Emergency Action Plan status, readiness, and risk management measures are not specifically outlined in the available data. However, Maurice Jones Lake Dam remains a significant water resource infrastructure in Mississippi, contributing to both recreational enjoyment and water management in the region.
Year Completed |
2001 |
Dam Length |
1515 |
Dam Height |
12.5 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.7 |
Drainage Area |
42.2 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
13 |
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
738cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
356cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
609cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
514cfs |
Mississippi River At Vicksburg
|
317000cfs |