Bankston Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bankston Pond Dam, located in Wayne County, Mississippi, was completed in 1953 and is primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam, designed by the USDA NRCS, stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 90 acre-feet. It is classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core type and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and maintenance. The dam has uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, and has not been rated for its condition assessment. While the dam is privately owned, it is subject to state jurisdiction and regulation, with inspections and enforcement carried out by the state agency. With its picturesque location on Tiger Creek E, Bankston Pond Dam offers a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts and water resource aficionados to enjoy.
Year Completed |
1953 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
TIGER CREEK E |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
90 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
374cfs |
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.
Bankston Pond Dam