Dec Farms Pond Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hall Barret Lake Kiker Lake
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dec Farms Pond is a privately owned water resource located in Silver City, Mississippi.
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Summary
Constructed in 1972 by the USDA NRCS, this Earth-type dam stands at 8 feet in height with a length of 3960 feet, providing a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. The pond is situated along the Little Atchafalaya Bayou and is regulated by the state of Mississippi. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and low hazard potential, the pond poses a moderate risk due to its proximity to the surrounding area.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Dec Farms Pond serves a primary purpose of "Other" and is not subject to state permitting or inspections. Although its condition is currently "Not Rated," the pond's risk assessment is considered moderate. With a maximum discharge of 2 cfs and an uncontrolled spillway, the pond has a strong foundation of soil and stone core, making it a reliable water resource in the region. While it has not been recently inspected, the pond's low hazard potential suggests minimal risk to the surrounding area.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Dec Farms Pond is a noteworthy structure in Humphreys County, Mississippi. Owned and operated privately, this pond offers a storage capacity of 80 acre-feet and serves as a vital water source along the Little Atchafalaya Bayou. With its Earth-type dam design and uncontrolled spillway, the pond presents a moderate risk level but maintains a low hazard potential. Despite its lack of recent inspections, Dec Farms Pond remains a crucial part of the local water infrastructure, providing valuable storage and flood control benefits to the surrounding community.
Year Completed |
1972 |
Dam Length |
3960 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE ATCHAFALA BAYOU |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Hydraulic Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
80 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Harland Creek Nr Howard
|
3340cfs |
Abiaca Creek At Cruger
|
44cfs |
Bogue Phalia Nr Leland
|
1110cfs |
Big Sunflower River At Sunflower
|
1370cfs |
Big Black River Nr Bentonia
|
488cfs |
Bayou Macon At Eudora
|
48cfs |
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.
Dec Farms Pond