Burns Catfish Ponds
Key Takeaway
Burns Catfish Ponds is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 996 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 200 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 320 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00724 |
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
CLYDE BURNS
Private
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Significant HazardFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Burns Catfish Ponds?
Burns Catfish Ponds 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 Burns Catfish Ponds?
Burns Catfish Ponds is owned by CLYDE BURNS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burns Catfish Ponds built?
Burns Catfish Ponds was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Burns Catfish Ponds?
Burns Catfish Ponds 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 Burns Catfish Ponds?
Burns Catfish Ponds has a dam height of 14 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.