W Bounds Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Massey Pond Dam Ms05755 Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
W Bounds Pond Dam, located in Lauderdale, Mississippi, was completed in 1968 and is owned privately.
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Summary
The dam, designed by USDA NRCS, serves primarily for recreational purposes with a storage capacity of 72 acre-feet. Sitting on TR- Bailey Creek -OS, the earth dam stands at a height of 12 feet with an uncontrolled spillway. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and is inspected, permitted, and enforced by the state authorities.
Despite being classified as having an undetermined hazard potential and not currently rated for condition assessment, the dam is considered to have moderate risk (3) according to a risk assessment. The emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are not specified in the available data. The dam has not been modified over the years, and there are no associated structures or locks present. With its unique design and purpose, W Bounds Pond Dam stands as a significant water resource in the area, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in studying its impact on the surrounding ecosystem and community.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
TR- BAILEY CREEK -OS |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
72 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Soil |
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.
W Bounds Pond Dam