Hasson Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hasson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 126 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 98 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | MS02641 |
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
WILLIAM E. JACKSON JR.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hasson Pond Dam?
Hasson 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 Hasson Pond Dam?
Hasson Pond Dam is owned by WILLIAM E. JACKSON JR. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hasson Pond Dam built?
Hasson Pond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Hasson Pond Dam?
Hasson 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 Hasson Pond Dam?
Hasson Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Hasson Pond Dam last inspected?
Hasson Pond Dam was last inspected on December 17, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.