Rainbow Lakes # 5 Dam, located in Meridian City Limits, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Built in 1977, this earth-type dam stands at a height of 23.35 feet with a storage capacity of 65.6 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the beautiful Nanabe Creek and offers a surface area of 6.7 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 was marked as unsatisfactory. The inspection frequency is set at every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in February 2017. While the risk assessment for Rainbow Lakes # 5 Dam is moderate, there is a need for further risk management measures to ensure the safety and longevity of this recreational water resource in Lauderdale County, Mississippi. With the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality overseeing regulation, inspection, and enforcement, efforts are being made to address the dam's condition and improve its overall safety standards for both visitors and the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
425 |
Dam Height |
23.35 |
River Or Stream |
UNT OF NANABE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
6.7 |
Hydraulic Height |
23.35 |
Drainage Area |
0.05 |
Nid Storage |
65.6 |
Structural Height |
23.35 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
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