Henry # 1 Lake Dam is a private dam located in Scott, Mississippi, along the Big Black River.
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Constructed in 2015 by FC&E Engineering, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of containing tailings. With a maximum storage capacity of 125 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 90.3 acre-feet, the dam stands at a height of 30 feet and has a structural height of 35 feet.
The dam has a low hazard potential and is rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, the risk assessment for Henry # 1 Lake Dam is moderate (3). The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a drainage area of 0.33 square miles, with a surface area of 4.8 acres. While lacking emergency action plans and inundation maps, the dam is equipped to handle a maximum discharge of 113.7 cubic feet per second.
Overall, Henry # 1 Lake Dam presents an interesting case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts, showcasing the complexities of private dam ownership and the importance of risk management in maintaining these critical infrastructure assets. With its unique characteristics and design parameters, this dam serves as a reminder of the diverse range of structures that contribute to our water resource management systems.
Year Completed |
2015 |
Dam Length |
927 |
Dam Height |
30 |
River Or Stream |
BIG BLACK RIVER |
Surface Area |
4.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Drainage Area |
0.33 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Structural Height |
35 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
35 |
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8cfs |
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401cfs |
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532cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
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96cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
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277cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
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202cfs |
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Shockaloe Base Camp I
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Roosevelt State Park
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Coal Bluff Park
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