J P Johnson Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

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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Summary

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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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. 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

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, 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.
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