Catfish Hatchery Ponds
Key Takeaway
Catfish Hatchery Ponds is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 7,300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 770 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 770 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 7 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01414 |
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
EQUEN PLANTATION
Private
Nearby Dams
Frequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Catfish Hatchery Ponds?
Catfish Hatchery 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 Catfish Hatchery Ponds?
Catfish Hatchery Ponds is owned by EQUEN PLANTATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Catfish Hatchery Ponds built?
Catfish Hatchery Ponds was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Catfish Hatchery Ponds?
Catfish Hatchery 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 Catfish Hatchery Ponds?
Catfish Hatchery Ponds has a dam height of 8 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.