Morrison Catfish Ponds
Key Takeaway
Morrison Catfish Ponds is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 11.2% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 10,560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 800 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 24 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | MS00987 |
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
B MORRISON
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morrison Catfish Ponds?
Morrison Catfish Ponds 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 Morrison Catfish Ponds?
Morrison Catfish Ponds is owned by B MORRISON (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morrison Catfish Ponds built?
Morrison Catfish Ponds was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Morrison Catfish Ponds?
Morrison Catfish Ponds serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Morrison Catfish Ponds?
Morrison Catfish Ponds 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.