W O Wilkerson Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Sp-3v Pond Dam Sp-2b Dam
Last Updated: December 8, 2025
W O Wilkerson Pond Dam, located in Kemper, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam designed by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet. The dam overlooks TR-Blackwater Creek and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment, the condition of W O Wilkerson Pond Dam is currently not rated. It has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with no associated locks or structures. While it meets state regulatory standards for inspection and enforcement, the dam lacks a comprehensive emergency action plan and inundation maps, posing some risk in the event of a potential failure. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, this dam presents an intriguing case study in the ongoing management and maintenance of recreational water infrastructure in the region.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BLACKWATER CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
12cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
179cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
69cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Bodka Creek Near Geiger
|
15cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
421cfs |
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.
W O Wilkerson Pond Dam