Beardon Brothers Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Turner Arant Pond Charles Ellis Pond
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Beardon Brothers Pond is a private earth dam located in Sunflower, Mississippi, with a primary purpose classified as "Other." Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, the dam stands at a height of 8 feet and has a storage capacity of 400 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, with a width of 1 foot, and the hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment of 3.
Despite not being state-regulated, inspected, or enforced, Beardon Brothers Pond serves as a crucial water resource in the area. The dam helps manage water flow along the TR- Sunflower River and provides flood control benefits to the surrounding community. With its stone core and soil foundation, the dam has remained in good condition since its construction, making it a reliable structure for water storage and management in the region.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the significance of Beardon Brothers Pond in maintaining water levels and mitigating flood risks in Sunflower, Mississippi. The pond's strategic location and design by the Natural Resources Conservation Service exemplify the importance of proper infrastructure for sustainable water resource management. As a low-hazard dam with a moderate risk assessment, Beardon Brothers Pond stands as a testament to effective engineering practices in balancing the needs of water conservation and environmental protection in the region.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
15510 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR- SUNFLOWER RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
400 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sunflower River At Sunflower
|
1370cfs |
Bogue Phalia Nr Leland
|
1110cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
6080cfs |
Big Sunflower River Nr Merigold
|
703cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
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.
Beardon Brothers Pond