The Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
The Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 2016 and is 10 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 30.5% in MS) |
| Dam Length | 1,095 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 2016 (10 years old) |
| NID ID | MS06156 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
LEE ANN DAMIENS
Private
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What is the hazard classification of The Pond Dam?
The Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates The Pond Dam?
The Pond Dam is owned by LEE ANN DAMIENS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was The Pond Dam built?
The Pond Dam was completed in 2016, making it 10 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 The Pond Dam?
The Pond 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 The Pond Dam?
The Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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.
When was The Pond Dam last inspected?
The Pond Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.