H L Roberts Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
H L Roberts Pond Dam, located in Alcorn, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam primarily built for recreational purposes.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 54 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement in place to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations.
This buttress-type dam features an uncontrolled spillway and poses a moderate risk, according to a risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, it is important to note that emergency action plans have not been prepared or updated for this structure. With its coordinates of 34.88885414 latitude and -88.40727466 longitude, H L Roberts Pond Dam provides a serene recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy, but it also highlights the need for regular monitoring and maintenance to mitigate potential risks.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore H L Roberts Pond Dam for recreational activities, it is essential to recognize the importance of maintaining the dam's safety and integrity. With state regulation and oversight in place, including inspections and enforcement, the dam's risk is considered moderate. While emergency preparedness measures have not been fully implemented, visitors can appreciate the beauty of this earth dam while being mindful of its potential hazards and the need for ongoing risk management to ensure a safe and enjoyable experience at the site.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
54 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Hatchie River Near Walnut
|
153cfs |
Horse Creek Near Savannah
|
87cfs |
Bear Creek At Bishop
|
4330cfs |
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.
H L Roberts Pond Dam