Cecil Simmons Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Cecil Simmons Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 13,750 sq mi |
| NID ID | MS03153 |
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
CECIL SIMMONS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cecil Simmons Pond Dam?
Cecil Simmons 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 Cecil Simmons Pond Dam?
Cecil Simmons Pond Dam is owned by CECIL SIMMONS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Cecil Simmons Pond Dam?
Cecil Simmons Pond Dam 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 Cecil Simmons Pond Dam?
Cecil Simmons Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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.