Copeland Pond
Key Takeaway
Copeland Pond is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 70.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 345 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01813 |
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
PHIL DEAR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Copeland Pond?
Copeland 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 Copeland Pond?
Copeland Pond is owned by PHIL DEAR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Copeland Pond built?
Copeland Pond was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Copeland Pond?
Copeland 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 Copeland Pond?
Copeland Pond has a dam height of 22 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.