Delta Steam Electric Station Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Delta Steam Electric Station Dam, also known as the Ms Power and Light Pond Dam, is a privately owned structure located in Cleveland, Mississippi.
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Summary
Completed in 1953, this Earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 9600 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and satisfactory condition assessment, this dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular state inspections and enforcement.
Situated in the Bolivar County, this dam serves a primary purpose other than flood control or water supply. With a spillway type of uncontrolled, the Delta Steam Electric Station Dam poses a moderate risk, as indicated by a risk assessment rating of 3. While no associated structures or locks are present, this dam is under the jurisdiction of the Little Rock District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam offers a unique insight into the management and regulation of water infrastructure in Mississippi.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Height |
15 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
9600 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sunflower River Nr Merigold
|
703cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Sunflower
|
1370cfs |
Bogue Phalia Nr Leland
|
1110cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Clarksdale
|
58cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
6080cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
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.
Delta Steam Electric Station Dam