B Jones Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
B Jones Pond Dam, located in Clarksburg, Mississippi, along the Pelahatchie Creek, was completed in 1955 by the USDA NRCS for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private dam stands at 16 feet high and has a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet, serving as a tranquil retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts in Scott County. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and undetermined hazard potential, the dam's moderate risk assessment suggests a need for ongoing monitoring and management to ensure its safety and effectiveness.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, B Jones Pond Dam is regulated, inspected, and enforced by the state, aligning with state jurisdiction and permitting requirements. The dam's earth design with a buttress core and soil foundation contributes to its structural integrity, while its uncontrolled outlet gates and spillway highlight potential areas for improvement to enhance safety and efficiency. With its location in a picturesque natural setting and under the oversight of the NRCS, B Jones Pond Dam offers a peaceful haven for outdoor recreation and serves as a valuable resource for the local community and wildlife.
Year Completed |
1955 |
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
PELAHATCHIE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
120 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
16 |
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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.
B Jones Pond Dam