Dixon Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Dixon Pond Dam, located in Hinds, Mississippi, is a private-owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

With a height of 12 feet and a storage capacity of 64 acre-feet, this buttress-type structure offers a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam's spillway, classified as uncontrolled, adds to the charm of the surrounding landscape, making it a popular spot for outdoor activities.

Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Dixon Pond Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement to ensure public safety. The dam's hazard potential is currently undetermined, but its risk assessment is moderate. While the condition assessment is not rated, the dam's risk management measures are in place to minimize any potential risks associated with the structure.

Despite not having a designated completion date or inspection frequency, Dixon Pond Dam continues to provide a peaceful and recreational environment for locals and visitors alike. With its tranquil waters and picturesque setting, this dam serves as a reminder of the importance of preserving and enjoying our natural water resources in harmony with the surrounding ecosystem.

Dam Height

12

Nid Storage

64

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Nid Height

12
       
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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. 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

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, 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.