Pond 36 (Dam36) dam
Pond 36 (Dam36)
Pond 36 (Dam36) is a Federal-owned water resource located in Liberty, Georgia, managed by the US Army. This dam structure, categorized as a Buttress core type, stands at a height of 8 feet with a length of 540 feet. With a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet, Pond 36 plays a crucial role in water management within the region, providing a normal storage volume of 59 acre-feet and covering a surface area of 11 acres.
Despite being unlisted in terms of foundations and having a low hazard potential, Pond 36 is deemed to have moderate risk management measures in place. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 4 feet and is equipped with valve outlet gates. The last inspection of the structure was conducted in February 2018, with a frequency of every 4 years. While the condition assessment is currently unavailable, Pond 36 serves as a vital component of the local water infrastructure, contributing to the overall water resource management efforts in the area.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Pond 36 (Dam36) to be a noteworthy site within the Savannah District, offering insights into dam construction, storage capacity, and risk management protocols. As a Federal-owned structure managed by the US Army, this dam showcases the importance of maintaining and monitoring water resources to ensure efficient water supply and mitigate potential hazards. With its moderate risk assessment and low hazard potential, Pond 36 highlights the intricate balance required for effective water resource management in the face of changing climatic conditions.
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 Pond 36 (Dam36) -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Peacock Creek At Mcintosh | 4 cfs | → |
| Black Creek Near Blitchton | 1 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River Near Eden | 518 cfs | → |
| Altamaha River At Doctortown | 5,370 cfs | → |
| Canoochee River Near Claxton | 2 cfs | → |
| Savannah River At Ga 25 | 45,700 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pond 36 (Dam36).
Boat launches
- Lesa Street Hinesville
- River View Drive Richmond Hill
- Scott Stell Park Drive Chatham County
- Pig Farm Landing
- Cypress Street Wayne County
- Fort Morris Road, Midway
Campgrounds
- Holbrook Pond Military - Fort Stewart
- Holbrook Pond Campground
- Fort Mcallister State Park
- Lotts Island Army Airfield Rv Military - Hunter Aaf
- Barrington County Park
Fishing spots
Track Pond 36 (Dam36) 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 Pond 36 (Dam36)
Where does the data for Pond 36 (Dam36) 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 Pond 36 (Dam36).