Howard Walker Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Barry Tisedale Dam Henry # 1 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Howard Walker Pond Dam in Scott, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 10 feet and a storage capacity of 56 acre-feet, serves primarily for recreational purposes. The dam features a buttress core design and an uncontrolled spillway, with a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment rating. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is inspected, permitted, and enforced by state authorities, ensuring its safety and compliance with regulations.
Located in the Mobile District, this dam stands as a testament to responsible water resource management and climate resilience efforts in the region. Despite its relatively modest size, Howard Walker Pond Dam plays a crucial role in providing recreational opportunities and storing water for various activities. With its risk management measures in place and regular inspections, the dam demonstrates a commitment to safety and environmental protection, showcasing the importance of proper infrastructure maintenance in the face of changing climatic conditions.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Howard Walker Pond Dam offers a fascinating case study in the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems. Its presence highlights the delicate balance between water storage for recreation and the need to mitigate potential risks associated with dam structures. By understanding and appreciating the complexities involved in managing such facilities, we can work towards creating more sustainable and resilient water systems that benefit both communities and the environment.
Dam Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
56 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Pearl River Nr Lena
|
532cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
Tuscolameta Creek At Walnut Grove
|
401cfs |
Yockanookany River Nr Ofahoma
|
96cfs |
Pearl River Nr Carthage
|
277cfs |
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.
Area Campgrounds
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Coal Bluff Park
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Low Head Dam
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Leake County Water Park
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Shockaloe Base Camp I
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Roosevelt State Park
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Howard Walker Pond Dam