Lee Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Lee Pond Dam, located in Lauderdale, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure designed by the USDA NRCS for recreational purposes along Gin Creek.
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Summary
Completed in 1965, this earth dam with a height of 15 feet offers a max storage capacity of 91 acre-feet. Despite having uncontrolled spillways and outlets, the dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Lee Pond Dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by the state agency. The dam, with a buttress core type and soil foundation, is considered safe and has not been rated for its condition. While it lacks certain emergency preparedness measures like an EAP and inundation maps, the dam is well-maintained and poses minimal risk to the surrounding area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Lee Pond Dam an interesting structure for its recreational purpose, location along Gin Creek, and the unique design elements implemented by the Natural Resources Conservation Service. With a focus on safety and moderation of risk, this dam serves as a valuable asset for the community of Martin, providing both leisure opportunities and a reliable water resource in the region.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
GIN CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
91 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
16cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
89cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
546cfs |
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.
Lee Pond Dam