Bazor Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bazor Pond Dam, located in Chicora, Mississippi, is a private-owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1963, this earth dam stands at 16 feet high and has a storage capacity of 300 acre-feet. It is situated on Patrick Creek and falls under the regulatory oversight of the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Bazor Pond Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, with a risk assessment rating of 3. While the dam has not been inspected or assessed for its condition, it is noted that it is currently not rated. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, indicating a basic level of operation and maintenance.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bazor Pond Dam presents an interesting case study in private-owned recreational dam infrastructure. With its unique design and historical significance, further investigation and assessment of this structure could provide valuable insights into the management and maintenance of similar dams in the region.
Year Completed |
1963 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
PATRICK CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
300 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chickasawhay River Nr Waynesboro
|
887cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Leakesville
|
1090cfs |
Tombigbee R At Coffeeville L&D Nr Coffeeville
|
13600cfs |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
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.
Bazor Pond Dam