Wright Petty Catfish Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms06818 Lake Dam Ms06816 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
The Wright Petty Catfish Pond Dam in Mississippi is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
With a height of 19 feet and a storage capacity of 117 acre-feet, the dam poses a low hazard potential and has a moderate risk assessment rating. Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with standards.
Located in Scott County, Mississippi, the Wright Petty Catfish Pond Dam is designed as an uncontrolled spillway structure with a buttress core type. While the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," its emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures remain unspecified. Despite these gaps, the dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk rating suggest a manageable level of risk for water resource and climate enthusiasts to consider.
With its designated purpose for recreation and a lack of associated structures or locks, the Wright Petty Catfish Pond Dam serves as a notable feature in the area with its scenic surroundings and potential for outdoor activities. As a part of the Mobile District managed by the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers, the dam contributes to the local environment while offering recreational opportunities for visitors to enjoy.
Dam Height |
19 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
117 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
19 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
401cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
277cfs |
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
532cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
96cfs |
Pearl River At Edinburg
|
202cfs |
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.
Wright Petty Catfish Pond Dam