Retention Pond B
Key Takeaway
Retention Pond B is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2012 and is 14 years old. Its primary use is flood risk reduction.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 46.4% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 627 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 138 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2012 (14 years old) |
| NID ID | MS03276 |
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
MISSISSIPPI POWER COMPANY
Public Utility
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Retention Pond B?
Retention Pond B 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 Retention Pond B?
Retention Pond B is owned by MISSISSIPPI POWER COMPANY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Retention Pond B built?
Retention Pond B was completed in 2012, making it 14 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 Retention Pond B?
Retention Pond B serves the following purposes: Flood Risk Reduction, Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Retention Pond B?
Retention Pond B has a dam height of 17 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.