W J Morris Pond Dam

Lamar, Mississippi· Earth· 15 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

W J Morris Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. 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 TypeEarth
Max Storage64 acre-ft
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDMS02731

Safety Information

High Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: May 16, 2023
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

MARTHA F. MORRIS

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of W J Morris Pond Dam?

W J Morris 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 W J Morris Pond Dam?

W J Morris Pond Dam is owned by MARTHA F. MORRIS (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of W J Morris Pond Dam?

W J Morris 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 W J Morris Pond Dam?

W J Morris 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 W J Morris Pond Dam last inspected?

W J Morris Pond Dam was last inspected on May 16, 2023. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

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.