Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam

HORN LAKE CREEK· DeSoto, Mississippi· Built 1960· Earth· 22 ft tall
High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Mississippi. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 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 22 ft (taller than 70.2% in MS)
Dam Length850 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage716 acre-ft
Normal Storage648 acre-ft
Surface Area51 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge85 cfs
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDMS01517

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: June 25, 2021
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: MS DEPARTMENT OF ENVIRONMENTAL QUALITY

Ownership

ERIC SAPPENFIELD

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam?

Will Bond INCorporated 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 Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam?

Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam is owned by ERIC SAPPENFIELD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam built?

Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam?

Will Bond INCorporated 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 Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam?

Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam last inspected?

Will Bond INCorporated Pond Dam was last inspected on June 25, 2021. 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.