Mill Pond Dam

UNT OF BIG CREEK· Simpson, Mississippi· Built 1994· Earth· 16 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Mill Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Mississippi. It was completed in 1994 and is 32 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 40.1% in MS)
Dam Length980 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage128 acre-ft
Normal Storage100 acre-ft
Surface Area6 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1994 (32 years old)
NID IDMS03366

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

TOM MC ALPIN

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mill Pond Dam?

Mill Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Mill Pond Dam?

Mill Pond Dam is owned by TOM MC ALPIN (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Mill Pond Dam built?

Mill Pond Dam was completed in 1994, making it 32 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 Mill Pond Dam?

Mill 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 Mill Pond Dam?

Mill 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.

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.