Jack Dowdy Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Jack Dowdy Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| NID ID | MS01969 |
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
Private
Nearby Dams
Wicker Lake Number 2 Dam
Union, MS
Low Hazard 14 ftColeman Lake Dam
Union, MS
Low Hazard 18 ftBagwell Lake Dam
Union, MS
Low Hazard 15 ftHell Creek WS Str Lt-9b-2 Dam
Union, MS
High Hazard 25 ftMs05587 Lake Dam
Tippah, MS
Unknown 22 ftUpper Tallahatchie Structure Lt-10-07 Dam
Tippah, MS
Low Hazard 20 ftHell Creek Watershed Structure Lt-9b-3 Dam
Tippah, MS
Low Hazard 27 ftMs05695 Lake Dam
Union, MS
Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Jack Dowdy Pond Dam?
Jack Dowdy 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 Jack Dowdy Pond Dam?
Jack Dowdy Pond Dam is owned by information not available (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Jack Dowdy Pond Dam?
Jack Dowdy 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 Jack Dowdy Pond Dam?
Jack Dowdy Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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.