J B Lyon Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
J B Lyon Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 385 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 152 cfs |
| NID ID | MS01509 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SOUTHERN GOLF COMPANY, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J B Lyon Pond Dam?
J B Lyon Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates J B Lyon Pond Dam?
J B Lyon Pond Dam is owned by SOUTHERN GOLF COMPANY, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of J B Lyon Pond Dam?
J B Lyon 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 J B Lyon Pond Dam?
J B Lyon 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 J B Lyon Pond Dam last inspected?
J B Lyon Pond Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.