B J Blount Lake Dam
B J Blount Lake Dam is an earth dam located in Newton County, Mississippi, built in 1957. It carries a Undetermined hazard potential classification and has a poor condition assessment.
About B J Blount Lake Dam
The primary purpose of B J Blount Lake Dam is recreation. The dam creates a reservoir used for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and swimming. The dam is private-owned.
The dam stands 8 feet tall, and has a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Completed in 1957, the structure is well into its service life at over 50 years old.
Its condition is rated poor, meaning the dam has recognized safety deficiencies that require remediation to address risks. The most recent inspection on record was 06/02/2014. That was over 11 years ago.
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Location
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Newton |
| Nearest City | Hickory |
| Coordinates | 32.32595, -89.02067 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 8 ft |
| Dam Height | 8 ft |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Recreation |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Hazard Classification | Undetermined |
| Condition Assessment | Poor |
| Last Inspection | 06/02/2014 |
| Emergency Action Plan | No |
Identifiers
| NID ID | MS02423 |
| Federal ID | MS02423 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |