Hilburn Poultry Farm Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 14, 2025
The Hilburn Poultry Farm Pond Dam in Hattiesburg, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes.
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Summary
Completed in 1968, this earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 15 feet and has a storage capacity of 78 acre-feet. Situated along the TR-Big Creek, it is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is subject to state permitting, inspection, and enforcement.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating the need for careful monitoring and management. With its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the structure presents unique challenges in terms of safety and maintenance. While the condition of the dam is currently unrated, ensuring its structural integrity and functionality remains crucial for the surrounding community and the environment.
As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, the Hilburn Poultry Farm Pond Dam serves as a fascinating case study in dam infrastructure and management. With its location in the picturesque Jones County, Mississippi, and its association with the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam provides valuable insights into the intersection of agriculture, recreation, and environmental regulation. As efforts to address climate change and ensure sustainable water resource management continue to evolve, understanding the complexities of dams like Hilburn Poultry Farm Pond Dam is essential for building resilient and adaptive systems in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BIG CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
78 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Leaf River Nr Collins
|
190cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Laurel
|
17cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
127cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
162cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
747cfs |
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.
Hilburn Poultry Farm Pond Dam