T. W. Aust Ponds Reservoir Report
Nearby: Joe Long Ponds Eldrin Fondren Ponds
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
W. Aust Ponds is a private water resource located in Belzoni, Mississippi, along the TR- Yazoo River. Built in 1965 by the USDA NRCS, these ponds serve primarily for purposes other than irrigation or flood control. The earth dam structure stands at a height of 8 feet and has a storage capacity of 800 acre-feet.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, T. W. Aust Ponds are not currently regulated or inspected by the state. The spillway type is uncontrolled with a width of 1 foot, and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled. Despite being non-regulated, the ponds provide important water storage in the region and play a crucial role in managing water resources in the area.
While the condition assessment is not rated and there is no official emergency action plan in place, the T. W. Aust Ponds continue to provide valuable water storage and management services in Leflore County, Mississippi. With its historical significance and importance in the local water infrastructure, these ponds are a key feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
8000 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
TR- YAZOO RIVER |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
800 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Sunflower
|
1370cfs |
Tallahatchie River At Money
|
6080cfs |
Bogue Phalia Nr Leland
|
1110cfs |
Big Black River At West
|
223cfs |
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.
T. W. Aust Ponds