Ross Concrete Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Ross Concrete Pond Dam, located in Ocilla, Georgia, is a private-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
The dam is an earth-type structure with a buttress core, standing at a height of 10 feet and stretching over 1117 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 444.4 acre-feet, the dam provides a surface area of 54 acres for recreational activities. Although the dam is uncontrolled in terms of spillway type and outlet gates, it is deemed to have moderate risk potential.
Despite being undetermined in its hazard potential and not yet rated in its condition assessment, Ross Concrete Pond Dam is inspected every 5 years with the last inspection conducted in October 2020. The dam does not fall under state regulation but is subject to state inspection, highlighting its importance in maintaining safety and functionality. With a risk assessment rating of moderate, the dam poses certain risks that are managed through unspecified risk management measures. Overall, Ross Concrete Pond Dam serves as a key recreational asset in the area, attracting water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy its amenities and natural surroundings.
Dam Length |
1117 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
Name unknown |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
54 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
444.4 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
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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.
Ross Concrete Pond Dam