Charles Heinz Catfish Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Charles Heinz Catfish Pond Dam, located in Dockery, Mississippi, is a private earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS in 1962 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at 8 feet high, with a storage capacity of 800 acre-feet, primarily used for creating a scenic pond. Situated on TR- HUSPUCKENA CREEK in Bolivar County, Mississippi, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Although not rated for condition assessment, the dam is considered to have moderate risk (3) and is equipped with an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite lacking recent inspection data, the dam continues to serve its recreational function effectively. With its picturesque location and low hazard potential, Charles Heinz Catfish Pond Dam remains a notable water resource for enthusiasts interested in the intersection of water management and climate in Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HUSPUCKENA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
800 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sunflower River Nr Merigold
|
703cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Clarksdale
|
58cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Sunflower
|
1370cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
6080cfs |
Bogue Phalia Nr Leland
|
1110cfs |
Bayou Bartholomew Near Mcgehee
|
243cfs |
Dam Data Reference
Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.
Hazard Potential Classification
HighDams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.
Charles Heinz Catfish Pond Dam