George Sciples Mill Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
George Sciples Mill Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MS02539 |
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
GEORGE B. SCIPLES
Private
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What is the hazard classification of George Sciples Mill Pond Dam?
George Sciples Mill 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 George Sciples Mill Pond Dam?
George Sciples Mill Pond Dam is owned by GEORGE B. SCIPLES (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of George Sciples Mill Pond Dam?
George Sciples Mill Pond Dam 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 George Sciples Mill Pond Dam?
George Sciples Mill Pond Dam 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.
When was George Sciples Mill Pond Dam last inspected?
George Sciples Mill Pond Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.