Bonita Number 2 Dam
Mississippi — Lauderdale County — UNT OF SOWASHEE CREEK
Location
| State | Mississippi |
| County | Lauderdale |
| River | UNT OF SOWASHEE CREEK |
| Coordinates | 32.35856, -88.66040 |
Physical Characteristics
| NID Height | 60 ft |
| Dam Height | 55 ft |
| Dam Length | 1,620 ft |
| NID Storage | 5,900 acre-ft |
| Max Storage | 5,900 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 195 acres |
Safety Classification
| Hazard Potential | High |
| Condition Assessment | Fair |
| EAP Status | Yes |
| Last Inspection | May 22, 2023 |
| Inspection Frequency | 5 |
Dam Information
| Year Completed | 1992 |
| Primary Purpose | Water Supply |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Owner Type | Local Government |
| Owner | CITY OF MERIDIAN |
| Other Name | New Bonita Number 2 Dam |
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.