Batson Pump Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Batson Pump Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 67.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 365 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 38 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 644 cfs |
| NID ID | MS03023 |
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
DAN BATSON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Batson Pump Pond Dam?
Batson Pump Pond 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 Batson Pump Pond Dam?
Batson Pump Pond Dam is owned by DAN BATSON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Batson Pump Pond Dam?
Batson Pump Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Batson Pump Pond Dam?
Batson Pump Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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.