J T Farguson Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
J T Farguson Pond Dam in Coahoma, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
The dam, primarily used for recreation, is an earth dam with buttress core types and a height of 8 feet, providing a storage capacity of 96 acre-feet. Its spillway type is uncontrolled, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Located in the Vicksburg District, this dam serves as a recreational resource in the area, offering opportunities for activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. While the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, it undergoes regular state inspections, permitting, and enforcement to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the dam plays a crucial role in water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region.
Maintaining and monitoring J T Farguson Pond Dam is essential for sustainable water management practices and the preservation of its recreational benefits. Given its risk assessment rating, continued attention to its condition, emergency preparedness, and risk management measures are crucial to safeguarding the structure and the surrounding environment. Furthermore, collaboration between private owners, state agencies, and local communities is vital to ensure the long-term viability of this important water resource in Mississippi.
Dam Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
96 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Big Sunflower River At Clarksdale
|
58cfs |
Big Sunflower River Nr Merigold
|
703cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
6080cfs |
Languille River At Palestine
|
11cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Sunflower
|
1370cfs |
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.
J T Farguson Pond Dam