Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam dam
Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam
Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam, nestled in Jasper, Mississippi, stands as a picturesque water resource designed for recreation along the tranquil Penantly Creek. Constructed in 2011, this Earth dam, with a height of 24 feet and a hydraulic height of 23.25 feet, offers a serene escape for water and climate enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat. With a maximum storage capacity of 194.05 acre-feet and a surface area of 17.95 acres, the dam provides a perfect setting for outdoor activities and wildlife observation.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. However, its primary purpose of recreation continues to attract visitors who appreciate its stone core type and soil foundation. With a normal storage capacity of 155 acre-feet and a drainage area of 0.22 square miles, the dam offers a safe and enjoyable environment for outdoor enthusiasts to explore and appreciate the beauty of nature. Although not state regulated, this dam exemplifies the harmonious balance between human recreation and environmental preservation.
As water resource and climate enthusiasts explore Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam, they can appreciate its contribution to the local ecosystem and recreational opportunities. With its uncontrolled spillway and maximum discharge capacity of 355 cfs, the dam showcases the importance of responsible water management in sustaining natural habitats and promoting outdoor leisure activities. Despite not having a state inspection or enforcement agency, this dam serves as a peaceful sanctuary for visitors to connect with nature and appreciate the beauty of water resources in Mississippi's scenic landscape.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Chickasawhay River At Enterprise | 513 cfs | → |
| Chunky River Nr Chunky | 206 cfs | → |
| Tallahala Creek At Waldrup | 117 cfs | → |
| Okatibbee Creek At Arundel | 431 cfs | → |
| Sowashee Creek At Meridian | 85 cfs | → |
| Tallahala Creek At Laurel | 17 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam.
Track Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam
Where does the data for Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Gandys Evergreen Farms Dam.