Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam
Key Takeaway
Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 89.5% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 560 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01770 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
BASF CATALYSTS, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam?
Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam?
Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam is owned by BASF CATALYSTS, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam built?
Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam?
Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam?
Basf Catalysts, LLC Pond No. 4 Dam has a dam height of 30 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.