C. S. Mills Pond
Key Takeaway
C. S. Mills Pond is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 227 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01521 |
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
MRS C S MILLS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of C. S. Mills Pond?
C. S. Mills Pond 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 C. S. Mills Pond?
C. S. Mills Pond is owned by MRS C S MILLS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was C. S. Mills Pond built?
C. S. Mills Pond was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 C. S. Mills Pond?
C. S. Mills Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is C. S. Mills Pond?
C. S. Mills Pond 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.