Mills Brothers Catfish Ponds, located in Bolivar, Mississippi, is a private earth dam structure built in 1962 with a primary purpose of supporting catfish farming operations.
Managed by USDA NRCS, this dam on TR- Jordan Bayou stands at a height of 8 feet and has a storage capacity of 1,260 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, this uncontrolled spillway structure plays a crucial role in water resource management in the area.
Despite not being regulated or inspected by state agencies, Mills Brothers Catfish Ponds serves as a sustainable water resource for the local community. The dam, with a length of 12,000 feet and a maximum discharge of 14 cubic feet per second, contributes to the irrigation needs of the surrounding farmland. The structure, designed with stone core and soil foundation, showcases the importance of private entities in water management and agriculture.
While not rated for condition assessment, Mills Brothers Catfish Ponds remains a key feature in the water infrastructure of the region. With its location in the Vicksburg District and under the ownership of a private entity, this earth dam exemplifies the intersection of agriculture, water resource management, and climate resilience in Mississippi.
Wind
Humidity
Year Completed |
1962 |
Dam Length |
12000 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR- JORDAN BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
1260 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
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