Edmondson Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Edmondson Lake Dam Eland Lake
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Located in Calhoun, Mississippi, Edmondson Pond Dam is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
Built in 1987, this dam stands at 24 feet high with a length of 467 feet, offering a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet and a surface area of 8.8 acres. Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam is regulated by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, ensuring regular inspections and enforcement to maintain its safety and integrity.
With a drainage area of 0.12 square miles, Edmondson Pond Dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a maximum discharge rate of 39.9 cubic feet per second. The dam poses a minimal threat due to its condition assessment being marked as "Not Rated," signifying the need for further evaluation. While the Emergency Action Plan status is unclear, the dam's risk management measures remain unspecified, suggesting a potential area for improvement in emergency preparedness.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore the ecological significance of Edmondson Pond Dam, its role in providing recreational activities and its regulatory oversight by the state of Mississippi add layers of complexity to its management. The dam's location within the Mobile District and its connection to the larger watershed highlight the interconnectedness of water infrastructure and the need for proactive risk assessment and mitigation strategies to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and ecosystems.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
467 |
Dam Height |
24 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8.8 |
Hydraulic Height |
22 |
Drainage Area |
0.12 |
Nid Storage |
102 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Skuna River At Bruce
|
71cfs |
Batupan Bogue At Grenada
|
98cfs |
Yalobusha River At Grenada
|
2960cfs |
Otoucalofa Creek Canal Nr Water Valley
|
25cfs |
Town Creek Nr Nettleton
|
218cfs |
Catalpa Creek At Mayhew
|
2940cfs |
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.
Edmondson Pond Dam