Paine Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Avant Lake Dam Woodson Ridge Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Paine Pond, located in Lafayette, Mississippi, is a privately owned recreational pond with a primary purpose of providing leisure activities for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
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Summary
Built in 1957 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam structure stands at a height of 24 feet and spans 450 feet in length. The pond has a storage capacity of 58 acre-feet and is fed by TR- Hurricane Creek.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Paine Pond boasts an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite not being state regulated or inspected, the pond remains a popular destination for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and picnicking. The surrounding area of Batesville offers a tranquil setting for visitors to enjoy the natural beauty and recreational opportunities provided by Paine Pond.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
TR- HURRICANE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
58 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Little Tallahatchie River At Etta
|
156cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
Coldwater River Nr Olive Branch
|
104cfs |
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.
Paine Pond