J O Bridgeforth Pond Dam

BEAN PATCH CREEK· DeSoto, Mississippi· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

J O Bridgeforth Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage60 acre-ft
NID IDMS01534

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 15, 2014
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

PINEHURST HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of J O Bridgeforth Pond Dam?

J O Bridgeforth 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 J O Bridgeforth Pond Dam?

J O Bridgeforth Pond Dam is owned by PINEHURST HOMEOWNERS ASSOCIATION (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of J O Bridgeforth Pond Dam?

J O Bridgeforth 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 O Bridgeforth Pond Dam?

J O Bridgeforth 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 J O Bridgeforth Pond Dam last inspected?

J O Bridgeforth Pond Dam was last inspected on May 15, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.