Paine Pond
Key Takeaway
Paine Pond is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 75.8% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Max Discharge | 560 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1957 (69 years old) |
| NID ID | MS01228 |
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
T G PAINE ESTATE
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Paine Pond?
Paine Pond 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 Paine Pond?
Paine Pond is owned by T G PAINE ESTATE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Paine Pond built?
Paine Pond was completed in 1957, making it 69 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 Paine Pond?
Paine Pond 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 Paine Pond?
Paine Pond has a dam height of 24 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.