Ted Houseman Pond Dam dam
Ted Houseman Pond Dam
Ted Houseman Pond Dam, located in Yazoo, Mississippi, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation. This earth dam, with a height of 20 feet and a storage capacity of 60 acre-feet, serves as a tranquil spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy the surrounding natural beauty. The dam is classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, making it a safe yet adventurous destination for visitors.
Managed by the Mississippi Department of Environmental Quality, the dam is regulated, permitted, inspected, and enforced by state agencies to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. Despite not being rated for its condition assessment, the dam is considered to meet guidelines for emergency action plans, although specific details are not provided in the data. With an uncontrolled spillway and no associated locks, Ted Houseman Pond Dam offers a serene environment for outdoor activities in the heart of Mississippi.
For those interested in exploring water infrastructure in a peaceful setting, Ted Houseman Pond Dam is a hidden gem waiting to be discovered. With its scenic location, low hazard potential, and moderate risk level, this earth dam provides a unique opportunity for recreation and enjoyment in the midst of natural surroundings. Whether you're a water resource enthusiast or a climate advocate, this privately owned structure offers a chance to appreciate the beauty of Mississippi's landscape while experiencing the benefits of responsible dam management.
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 Ted Houseman Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Big Black River Nr Bentonia | 776 cfs | → |
| Big Black River Nr Bovina | 890 cfs | → |
| Lynch Creek At Jackson | 207 cfs | → |
| Mississippi River At Vicksburg | 565,000 cfs | → |
| Hanging Moss Creek Nr Jackson | 203 cfs | → |
| Pearl River At Jackson | 2,430 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Ted Houseman Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Hinds County
- Levee Road Yazoo City
- Ms 16;Ms 149 Yazoo County
- Madison Landing Circle 101, Ridgeland
- West River Road Jackson
- East River Road Rankin County
Track Ted Houseman Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Ted Houseman Pond Dam
Where does the data for Ted Houseman Pond 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 Ted Houseman Pond Dam.