Kennedy Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Ms05490 Lake Dam Ms06197 Lake Dam
Last Updated: March 9, 2026
Kennedy Pond Dam in Newton, Mississippi is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
Summary
The dam, classified as an Earth dam with Buttress core, stands at a height of 11 feet, providing a storage capacity of 61 acre-feet. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and its hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, Kennedy Pond Dam is subject to state regulation, inspection, and enforcement. Located within the Vicksburg District, the dam's condition assessment is currently not rated, with no recent inspection or emergency action plan in place. Despite these challenges, the dam continues to serve as a recreational resource for the community, with its surface area of 9 acres offering a peaceful retreat for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking respite in nature.
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Humidity
15-Day Weather Outlook
Dam Height |
11 |
Surface Area |
9 |
Nid Storage |
61 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chunky River Nr Chunky
|
1290cfs |
Chickasawhay River At Enterprise
|
2260cfs |
Tallahala Creek At Waldrup
|
164cfs |
Okatibbee Creek At Arundel
|
414cfs |
Sowashee Creek At Meridian
|
52cfs |
South Canal Tuscolameta Creek Nr Walnut Grove
|
8cfs |
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.
Kennedy Pond Dam