Coleman Catfish Ponds
Key Takeaway
Coleman Catfish Ponds is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1967 and is 59 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 5.1% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 6,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 600 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 2 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1967 (59 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01000 |
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
S COLEMAN
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Coleman Catfish Ponds?
Coleman 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 Coleman Catfish Ponds?
Coleman Catfish Ponds is owned by S COLEMAN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coleman Catfish Ponds built?
Coleman Catfish Ponds was completed in 1967, making it 59 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 Coleman Catfish Ponds?
Coleman 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 Coleman Catfish Ponds?
Coleman Catfish Ponds has a dam height of 10 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.