Holder Pond Dam, located in Forrest, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Built in 1957 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 120.01 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Rees Creek and is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring its compliance with state permitting, inspection, and enforcement requirements.
Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and not yet rated for its condition assessment, Holder Pond Dam poses a moderate risk, according to available data. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a buttress core type, built on a soil foundation. With a surface area of 22.24 acres and a drainage area of 1.87 square miles, the dam provides a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts seeking recreational activities in the Indian Springs area.
Although lacking detailed information on emergency action plans and risk management measures, Holder Pond Dam remains a key feature in the local landscape and a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts. Its design and construction by the Natural Resources Conservation Service reflect a commitment to balancing human needs with environmental protection, making it a site worth exploring for those interested in the intersection of dams, water management, and outdoor recreation.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
REES CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22.24 |
Drainage Area |
1.87 |
Nid Storage |
120.01 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
14 |
Tallahala Creek Nr Runnelstown
|
93cfs |
Leaf River At Hattiesburg
|
1360cfs |
Bogue Homo Nr Richton
|
556cfs |
Leaf River Nr New Augusta
|
1590cfs |
Bouie Creek Nr Hattiesburg
|
438cfs |
Okatoma Creek At Sanford
|
541cfs |