Catfish Ponds Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms04194 Lake Dam Ms04193 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Catfish Ponds Lake Dam in Hancock, Mississippi, is a privately owned dam with a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core type stands at a height of 8 feet, offering a storage capacity of 919 acre-feet. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes state inspections and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
Despite its low hazard potential, Catfish Ponds Lake Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it has not undergone any recent modifications or assessments. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and falls under the jurisdiction of the Mobile District of the US Army Corps of Engineers. With its location providing a picturesque setting for recreation, the dam serves as a vital part of the water resource infrastructure in the area, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and other outdoor activities for enthusiasts and visitors alike.
Dam Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
919 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
East Hobolochitto Creek Nr Caesar
|
380cfs |
Wolf River Nr Landon
|
1010cfs |
West Hobolochitto Creek Nr Mcneill
|
456cfs |
Biloxi River At Wortham
|
467cfs |
Bogue Chitto River Near Bush
|
2090cfs |
Pearl River Near Bogalusa
|
4900cfs |
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.
Catfish Ponds Lake Dam