Burtons Pond Dam dam
Burtons Pond Dam
Burtons Pond Dam, situated in Hinds, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality. The dam stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, primarily serving recreational purposes. Although the dam is of earth construction with a buttress core type, it is classified with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Despite its relatively low hazard potential, Burtons Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment and lacks information on its emergency action plan and risk management measures. The dam's spillway type is listed as uncontrolled, with no outlet gates or associated structures. It is located within the jurisdiction of the Vicksburg District and falls under the representation of Congressman Bennie G. Thompson (D). The dam's risk assessment suggests a moderate level of risk, prompting the need for further evaluation and potential risk mitigation measures.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in Burtons Pond Dam can appreciate its role in providing recreational opportunities while acknowledging the importance of ongoing inspections and regulatory oversight. As a privately owned structure with state permitting and inspection requirements, the dam serves as a reminder of the interconnectedness between water management, environmental protection, and public safety. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Burtons Pond Dam presents an opportunity for stakeholders to collaborate on improving its emergency preparedness and risk management strategies to ensure the continued safety and preservation of this essential water resource.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
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15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Burtons Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Lynch Creek At Jackson | 232 cfs | → |
| Pearl River At Jackson | 1,260 cfs | → |
| Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson | 211 cfs | → |
| Strong River At D`Lo | 237 cfs | → |
| Pearl River Nr Rockport | 2,500 cfs | → |
| Big Black River Nr Bovina | 914 cfs | → |
About Burtons Pond Dam
Where does the data for Burtons Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card below for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.