Latham Pond Dam

Hinds, Mississippi· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Latham Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 23.7% in MS)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage54 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMS01784

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: August 15, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

LESTER W. HARRISON

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Latham Pond Dam?

Latham 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 Latham Pond Dam?

Latham Pond Dam is owned by LESTER W. HARRISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Latham Pond Dam?

Latham 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 Latham Pond Dam?

Latham 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 Latham Pond Dam last inspected?

Latham Pond Dam was last inspected on August 15, 2017. 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.