Sp-2a Pond Dam

OVERLAND FLOW· Kemper, Mississippi· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Debris Control Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Sp-2a Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Mississippi. Its primary use is debris control.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 3.9% in MS)
Dam Length6,535 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage505 acre-ft
Normal Storage205 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
NID IDMS03856

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

MISSISSIPPI POWER COMPANY

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Sp-2a Pond Dam?

Sp-2a Pond 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 Sp-2a Pond Dam?

Sp-2a Pond Dam is owned by MISSISSIPPI POWER COMPANY (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Sp-2a Pond Dam?

Sp-2a Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Debris Control. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Sp-2a Pond Dam?

Sp-2a Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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.