Woodward Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Woodward Pond Dam, located in Wayne, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
With a height of 12 feet and a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet, this dam is designed with a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway. Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, it is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations.
Although the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it is considered to have a moderate risk level. The risk management measures and emergency action plan status for Woodward Pond Dam are not specified in the data, highlighting potential areas for improvement in emergency preparedness. With its picturesque location and recreational opportunities, enthusiasts of water resources and climate in the area may find Woodward Pond Dam to be an interesting subject for further study and exploration to better understand its environmental impact and resilience to potential hazards.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
519cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
119cfs |
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.
Woodward Pond Dam