Bird Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Quattlebaum Pond Dam Altman Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bird Pond Dam, located in Bulloch, Georgia, is a local government-owned structure designed by C.W.
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Summary
Bird. This earth dam stands at a height of 9 feet with a length of 1530 feet, creating a storage capacity of 697 acre-feet on Little Lotts Creek. The dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it has a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being state regulated or permitted, Bird Pond Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in November 2004. The dam's condition is currently not rated, but it is considered to meet guidelines for emergency action plans. The nearby area covers a surface area of 59 acres, with a normal storage capacity of 165 acre-feet. With its tranquil setting and important role in managing water resources, Bird Pond Dam serves as a vital infrastructure for the local community and wildlife in the region.
Dam Length |
1530 |
Dam Height |
9 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE LOTTS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
59 |
Nid Storage |
697 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
9 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
16cfs |
Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd
|
557cfs |
Black Creek Near Blitchton
|
9cfs |
Ogeechee River Near Eden
|
545cfs |
Ebenezer Creek At Springfield
|
12cfs |
Savannah River Near Clyo
|
6820cfs |
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.
Bird Pond Dam