Hoy Lake Dam
Mississippi — Hinds County — UNT OF PURPLE CREEK
Location
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Hinds |
| River | UNT OF PURPLE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 32.39265, -90.10717 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Height | 16 ft |
| Dam Length | 590 ft |
| NID Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Unsatisfactory |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | February 13, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1964 |
| Primary Purpose | Recreation |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Private |
| Owner | HOY LAKE CORPORATION |
Location Map
About This Dam Record
Dam safety data is maintained by the Army Corps of Engineers National Inventory of Dams (NID). High-hazard dams are those where failure could cause loss of life or major property damage downstream.