Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam

PELAHATCHIE CREEK· Scott, Mississippi· Built 1962· Earth· 31 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 31 ft (taller than 91.6% in MS)
Dam Length10,940 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage773 acre-ft
Normal Storage394 acre-ft
Surface Area81 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1962 (64 years old)
NID IDMS02356

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
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

CITY OF MORTON

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam?

Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds 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 Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam?

Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam is owned by CITY OF MORTON (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam built?

Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam?

Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam 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 Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam?

Morton Waste Stabilization Ponds Dam has a dam height of 31 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.