Ivy Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 7, 2025
Ivy Pond Dam, located in Tate, Mississippi, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 15 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 50 acre-feet and is classified as a low hazard potential structure. The dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality and undergoes regular inspections, enforcement, and permitting to ensure safety and compliance with state regulations.
Despite its modest size and recreational focus, Ivy Pond Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, indicating a potential for some degree of risk in the event of a failure. The dam does not have a formal emergency action plan in place, but the risk management measures are not specified in the available data. With a spillway type classified as uncontrolled, the dam does not have outlet gates or associated structures, presenting a simplistic yet potentially significant risk factor that water resource and climate enthusiasts may find compelling to explore further.
Overall, Ivy Pond Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proper maintenance and oversight of small dams, even those primarily used for recreational purposes. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, understanding the risks associated with dams like Ivy Pond Dam becomes increasingly crucial to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Dam Height |
15 |
Nid Storage |
50 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
15 |
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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.
Ivy Pond Dam