Cornerstone Lake A Dam, located in Rankin County, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Built in 2006, this earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a maximum storage capacity of 122 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 950 feet and sits on the Terrapin Skin Creek, providing a surface area of 13.7 acres for recreational activities such as fishing and boating.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regularly inspected and regulated to ensure public safety. Despite its fair condition assessment and high hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk rating of 3. With a history of modifications and an emergency action plan in place, Cornerstone Lake A Dam remains a vital part of the local landscape, offering both leisure and protection to the surrounding community. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam serves as a fascinating example of human-engineered infrastructure in harmony with natural surroundings.
Year Completed |
2006 |
Dam Length |
950 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TERRAPIN SKIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Drainage Area |
0.44 |
Nid Storage |
122 |
Structural Height |
18 |
Outlet Gates |
None |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
18 |
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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