Grenada Dam

High HazardNot Available ConditionEmergency Action Plan: Yes

Location

StateMississippi
CountyGrenada
Nearest CityGRENADA
River/StreamYALOBUSHA RIVER
Coordinates33.82163, -89.77239

Physical Characteristics

Dam TypeEarth
NID Height103 ft
Dam Height80 ft
Dam Length13,900 ft
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)

Storage & Hydraulics

NID Storage2,722,100 acre-ft
Max Storage2,722,100 acre-ft
Normal Storage85,700 acre-ft
Surface Area9,800 acres
Drainage Area1,320 sq mi
Max Discharge52,000 cfs
Spillway TypeUncontrolled

Ownership & Safety

PurposeFlood Risk Reduction
OwnerUSACE - Vicksburg District
Owner TypeFederal
Hazard ClassificationHigh
Condition AssessmentNot Available
Last Inspection08/12/2025
Emergency Action PlanYes

Identifiers

NID IDMS01494
Federal IDMS01494
More InfoState Dam Safety Program

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