Carlton Fleming Pond
Key Takeaway
Carlton Fleming Pond is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 207 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02542 |
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
CLIFF FLEMING
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carlton Fleming Pond?
Carlton Fleming 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 Carlton Fleming Pond?
Carlton Fleming Pond is owned by CLIFF FLEMING (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carlton Fleming Pond built?
Carlton Fleming Pond was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Carlton Fleming Pond?
Carlton Fleming 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 Carlton Fleming Pond?
Carlton Fleming Pond has a dam height of 12 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.