Holder Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Holder Pond Dam, located in Forrest, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

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
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.