Cabin Lake
Cabin Lake is an earth dam located in Choctaw County, Mississippi, built in 1937. It carries a Low hazard potential classification.
About Cabin Lake
The primary purpose of Cabin Lake is fish and wildlife pond. The dam creates habitat for fish and wildlife, supporting local ecosystems and potentially serving conservation goals. The dam is owned by Usda Fs (federal).
The dam stands 17 feet tall and stretches 420 feet across, and has a maximum storage capacity of 60 acre-feet. Completed in 1937, the structure is well-established, with more than 75 years of service.
This dam has a low hazard potential classification, meaning that failure would cause minimal damage, limited primarily to the dam owner's property, with no expected loss of life. The most recent inspection on record was 06/17/2016.
Search for dams near your address to see all dams in your area with hazard classifications and safety data.
Location
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Choctaw |
| Nearest City | Ackerman |
| Coordinates | 33.27391, -89.14703 |
Physical Characteristics
| Dam Type | Earth |
| NID Height | 17 ft |
| Dam Height | 14 ft |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Year Completed | 1937 (89 years old) |
Storage & Hydraulics
| NID Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Spillway Type | Uncontrolled |
Ownership & Safety
| Purpose | Fish and Wildlife Pond |
| Owner | USDA FS |
| Owner Type | Federal |
| Hazard Classification | Low |
| Condition Assessment | Not Rated |
| Last Inspection | 06/17/2016 |
| Emergency Action Plan | Not Required |
Identifiers
| NID ID | MS04833 |
| Federal ID | MS04833 |
| More Info | State Dam Safety Program |