Herbert E Gowdy Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Herbert E Gowdy Pond Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 91 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating, the dam's condition remains unrated, and its emergency action plan status is unknown.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam has state regulatory oversight, including regular inspections and enforcement measures in place. Located in Panola County, Mississippi, this dam is situated within the Memphis District and falls under the jurisdiction of state and federal agencies. With its uncontrolled spillway type and no associated locks or drainage area specified, the dam presents a unique engineering structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to study and appreciate.
Although lacking certain data points such as the year of completion and last inspection date, Herbert E Gowdy Pond Dam remains a significant feature in the region for its recreational value and moderate risk profile. As enthusiasts delve into the specifics of its design and purpose, further exploration of its condition assessment and emergency preparedness measures could provide valuable insights into the overall management and safety of this water resource infrastructure.
Dam Height |
14 |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
14 |
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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.
Herbert E Gowdy Pond Dam