Pounders Dam
Key Takeaway
Pounders Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 19.9% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 465 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 283 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03251 |
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
GAYRE POUNDERS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pounders Dam?
Pounders 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 Pounders Dam?
Pounders Dam is owned by GAYRE POUNDERS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pounders Dam built?
Pounders Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Pounders Dam?
Pounders 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 Pounders Dam?
Pounders Dam has a dam height of 13 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.