L And W Catfish Ponds Reservoir Report
Nearby: Aqua Farms Farm Fresh Catfish Ponds
Last Updated: December 19, 2025
L and W Catfish Ponds, located in Washington County, Mississippi, is a private earth dam structure designed by USDA NRCS in 1965.
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Summary
The primary purpose of this dam is for other agricultural activities, specifically catfish farming. The dam has a height of 8 feet and a length of 7920 feet, providing a storage capacity of 264 acre-feet.
Despite being unregulated by the state and having a low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment due to its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. The risk management measures and emergency action plan status for L and W Catfish Ponds are currently unknown, highlighting potential vulnerabilities in the event of a severe weather event or structural failure. Climate enthusiasts and water resource professionals may find interest in monitoring and evaluating the safety and resilience of this essential agricultural water resource infrastructure.
With a moderate risk level and a lack of updated emergency preparedness information, L and W Catfish Ponds presents an opportunity for further assessment and potential improvement to ensure the safety and sustainability of this critical water resource for catfish farming in Mississippi. Collaboration between the private owner, government agencies, and local stakeholders may be necessary to enhance the dam's resilience and reduce potential risks associated with its operation and maintenance.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
7920 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
DITCH NUMBER 18 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
264 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Bogue Phalia Nr Leland
|
27cfs |
Bayou Macon At Eudora
|
10cfs |
Bayou Macon Nr Kilbourne
|
28cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Sunflower
|
51cfs |
Bayou Bartholomew Near Portland
|
160cfs |
Bayou Bartholomew Near Mcgehee
|
52cfs |
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.
L And W Catfish Ponds