Massey Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: W Bounds Pond Dam Ms05755 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Massey Pond Dam in Lauderdale, Mississippi, is a privately owned recreational dam with a primary purpose of providing leisure activities for visitors.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 12 feet and has a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. The dam has an uncontrolled spillway type and its hazard potential is currently undetermined, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Massey Pond Dam is subject to state regulation, permitting, inspection, and enforcement. Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, the dam continues to serve as a popular spot for outdoor recreation in the area. Located in the Mobile District, the dam sits at the coordinates 32.47806185 latitude and -88.72830054 longitude.
While Massey Pond Dam's exact completion year and other details remain unknown, its presence highlights the importance of water resource management and climate resilience efforts. Enthusiasts interested in the intersection of water resources and climate change can appreciate the role of such structures in providing both recreational opportunities and potential challenges in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Dam Height |
12 |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
16cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
89cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
546cfs |
Sucarnoochee River At Livingston Al
|
272cfs |
Pearl River At Burnside
|
1070cfs |
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.
Massey Pond Dam