Standing Pine Watershed Structure 3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Standing Pine Watershed Structure 3 Dam, also known as the Joe P Barnett Dam, is a vital flood risk reduction structure located in Free Trade, Mississippi.
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Summary
Built in 1968 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 23 feet and has a storage capacity of 1066 acre-feet. Despite its importance in managing water resources in the area, the dam is in poor condition and has a significant hazard potential, as assessed in 2015.
Owned and regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Standing Pine Watershed Structure 3 Dam plays a crucial role in protecting the surrounding Leake County from potential flooding. It is designed to manage the flow of Standing Pine Creek and reduce the risk of inundation during periods of high water levels. The dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates serve as key features in its flood risk reduction operations.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, it is essential to recognize the importance of maintaining and upgrading infrastructure like Standing Pine Watershed Structure 3 Dam to ensure the safety and well-being of local communities. With a moderate risk assessment rating and a history of poor condition, efforts must be made to improve the dam's structural integrity and operational efficiency to better mitigate flood risks in the region.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
23 |
River Or Stream |
TR- STANDING PINE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
2.07 |
Nid Storage |
1066 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
23 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
401cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
277cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
202cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
532cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
96cfs |
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.
Standing Pine Watershed Structure 3 Dam