Thad Cochran Lock and Dam

Monroe County, Mississippi (near AMORY)

River/Stream: TOMBIGBEE

Significant Hazard

Failure could cause economic loss or disruption

Key Facts

Dam Type
Gravity
Height
46 ft
Dam Length
3,400 ft
Reservoir Storage
4,386 acre-ft
Year Completed
1982
Primary Purpose
Navigation
Owner Type
Federal
Max Discharge
420,900 cfs

Condition Assessment

Not AvailableLast inspected: 2021-04-08

Hazard Classification: Significant — This describes the potential consequences of dam failure, not the likelihood of failure.

Condition Assessment: Not Available — This describes the current physical condition of the dam based on the most recent inspection.

Location

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Quick Stats

NID ID
MS03058
State
Mississippi (MS)
Coordinates
34.01122, -88.48839
Age
44 years

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External Resources

Data sourced from the National Inventory of Dams (NID). Information may not reflect the most current status of this dam. Hazard classification reflects potential consequences of failure, not the likelihood of failure or the current condition.