Jacks Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05417 Lake Dam Ms05416 Lake Dam
Last Updated: January 25, 2026
Jacks Pond Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, serves as a recreational water resource managed by a private owner.
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Summary
The dam, classified as an Earth structure with a Buttress core type, stands at 18 feet high with a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. While its primary purpose is for recreation, the dam also holds state-regulated status, with oversight from the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Despite being designated as having an undetermined hazard potential and not yet rated in terms of condition assessment, Jacks Pond Dam presents a moderate risk level, according to available data. As an uncontrolled spillway-type structure, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness status remain unspecified. With the oversight of the Vicksburg District and a lack of federal agency involvement, the dam's safety and maintenance responsibilities fall to its private owner, raising questions about its long-term sustainability and resilience in the face of changing climate conditions.
Dam Height |
18 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Hourly Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Lynch Creek At Jackson
|
1100cfs |
Pearl River At Jackson
|
3260cfs |
Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson
|
206cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bovina
|
1970cfs |
Pearl River Nr Rockport
|
2370cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
2070cfs |
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.
Jacks Pond Dam