Mrs Maury Whitfield Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mrs Maury Whitfield Pond Dam, located in Doskie, Alcorn, Mississippi, is a private earth dam designed by USDA NRCS in 1959 for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet. It is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections and enforcement measures to ensure its safety.
Although classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, with a moderate risk level of 3. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. While there are no associated structures or locks, the dam provides recreational opportunities for the local community. Despite its recreational focus, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness are not fully detailed, raising questions about its overall resilience and safety in the face of potential climate challenges.
Overall, Mrs Maury Whitfield Pond Dam serves as a valuable water resource for the area, offering recreational benefits while also posing some level of risk that requires ongoing monitoring and maintenance. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find this dam's unique design and regulatory oversight an intriguing case study in balancing the benefits of water infrastructure with the need for safety and risk management in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1959 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR- LEITCHMILL BRANCH |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
70 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Horse Creek Near Savannah
|
87cfs |
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Red Bud Creek Nr Moores Mill
|
12cfs |
Twentymile Creek Nr Guntown
|
23cfs |
Bear Creek Near Red Bay
|
454cfs |
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.
Mrs Maury Whitfield Pond Dam