B Morris Catfish Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
B Morris Catfish Pond Dam in Yalobusha, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure that serves primarily for recreational purposes.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a buttress core type, stands at a height of 8 feet and has a storage capacity of 75 acre-feet. While the dam is not currently rated for its condition, it is categorized as having a low hazard potential and moderate risk level.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, this dam is regulated and inspected by state authorities to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite its uncontrolled spillway type, the dam is considered to pose a low risk to the surrounding area. The structure does not have a designated year of completion or associated inspection frequency, but it remains under the jurisdiction of the state for permitting, inspection, and enforcement measures.
Situated within the Vicksburg District, the B Morris Catfish Pond Dam offers a tranquil recreational spot for water and climate enthusiasts to enjoy. While its specifics and condition assessment may not be readily available, its moderate risk level indicates a need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the dam and its surrounding environment.
Dam Height |
8 |
Nid Storage |
75 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
8 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Yocona River Nr Oxford
|
96cfs |
Skuna River At Bruce
|
30cfs |
Hotopha Creek Nr Batesville
|
13cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
3080cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
134cfs |
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.
B Morris Catfish Pond Dam