George Brown Pond Dam dam
George Brown Pond Dam
George Brown Pond Dam, located in Hancock, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Built in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a storage capacity of 271 acre-feet. With a surface area of 33 acres and a drainage area of 0, this dam provides a tranquil setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy outdoor activities such as fishing and boating.
Despite being unregulated by the state, George Brown Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and is deemed to have a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated" as of the last inspection in 2005. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it is important for stakeholders to monitor its condition and implement risk management measures to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
With its picturesque location in the St. Pauls Church Environs and the surrounding beauty of Georgia, George Brown Pond Dam is a hidden gem for water resource enthusiasts seeking a peaceful retreat. While the dam may not be as widely known as others in the area, its recreational offerings and moderate risk level make it an intriguing destination for those interested in exploring the intersection of water management and climate resilience.
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 George Brown Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Oconee River At Avant Mine | 401 cfs | → |
| Oconee River At Milledgeville | 300 cfs | → |
| Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro | 31 cfs | → |
| Buffalo Creek At Ga 272 | 22 cfs | → |
| Oconee River Near Oconee | 552 cfs | → |
| Little River Near Washington | 10 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near George Brown Pond Dam.
Campgrounds
- Hamburg State Park
- Oconee Springs County Park
- Lawrence Shoals
- Old Salem
- A.H. Stephens State Park
- Rv/Tent Camping
Fishing spots
Paddle runs
- Nf Boundary To Glenwood Springs/Lake Sinclair
- The Western Jenkins County Line To The I-95 Bridge Crossing
- East Juliette Dam To Georgia State Highway 18
- Steven's Creek Crossing Sc Highway 21 To Steven's Creek Crossing Sc Highway 88
- Georgia State Highway 16 To East Juliette Dam
Track George Brown 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 George Brown Pond Dam
Where does the data for George Brown 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 George Brown Pond Dam.