John Gilbert Pond Ms02642 Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 6, 2025
John Gilbert Pond Dam, located in Meridian, Mississippi, is a private dam constructed in 1966 for recreational purposes on Sowashee Creek.
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Summary
Designed by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam stands at 15 feet tall with a storage capacity of 110 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's condition assessment in 2017 deemed it to be in poor condition, highlighting the need for maintenance and potential upgrades to ensure its long-term safety and functionality.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, John Gilbert Pond Dam is subject to state regulations, inspections, and enforcement. With a spillway type classified as uncontrolled and outlet gates in the same category, the dam's risk assessment ranks it as moderate. Although the dam has not been modified in recent years and has no associated structures, its last inspection in 2017 revealed a need for improved maintenance practices and emergency preparedness measures. As a vital component of the local water resource system, efforts to enhance the dam's condition and reduce potential risks are essential for safeguarding the surrounding community and environment.
Year Completed |
1966 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
SOWASHEE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
110 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Soil |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
16cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
89cfs |
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
301cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
546cfs |
Sucarnoochee River At Livingston Al
|
272cfs |
Bodka Creek Near Geiger
|
15cfs |
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.
John Gilbert Pond Ms02642 Dam