The J P Johnson Pond Dam, located in Bulloch, Georgia, is a private-owned Earth dam with a height of 11 feet and a hydraulic height of 10 feet.
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The dam has a storage capacity of 126.9 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 81.2 acre-feet and a surface area of 20.3 acres. It is classified as an uncontrolled spillway dam and has an undetermined hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite being privately owned, the J P Johnson Pond Dam is subject to state inspection, with the last inspection taking place in April 2015. The dam is not regulated by the state but is within state jurisdiction. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) prepared for the structure. The risk management measures and risk characterization summary for the dam are also not available, indicating potential areas for improvement in terms of emergency preparedness and risk mitigation.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the J P Johnson Pond Dam will find it to be a significant structure in the area, contributing to water storage and management. The dam's design and construction details, such as its core type being Buttress and its foundation being listed as Unlisted/Unknown, add to its intrigue. With its location in a beautiful natural setting, this dam presents an opportunity for further exploration and study in the realm of water resource management and climate resilience.
Dam Height |
11 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20.3 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Nid Storage |
126.9 |
Structural Height |
10 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
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