Jenkins Pond Dam dam
Jenkins Pond Dam
Jenkins Pond Dam, located in Burke, Georgia, along Mill Creek, is a private dam primarily used for recreation purposes. Built in 1955, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet with a structural height of 13 feet, spanning a length of 810 feet. The dam boasts a storage capacity of 259 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 133 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 28 acres.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Jenkins Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition. Despite being state-jurisdictional, the dam is not regulated or permitted by the state. However, it is subject to regular inspections, with the last one conducted in May 2014. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its recreational use in the Nonnerlyn Environs area.
Jenkins Pond Dam, under the ownership of a private entity, serves as a vital water resource and recreational spot in the region. Positioned in a picturesque setting, this dam not only offers leisure activities but also plays a key role in water management. With its unique design and historical significance, Jenkins Pond Dam remains a notable structure for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
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 Jenkins Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Beaverdam Creek Near Sardis | 3 cfs | → |
| Brier Creek Near Waynesboro | 106 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River At Midville | 250 cfs | → |
| Brier Creek At Millhaven | 207 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd | 558 cfs | → |
| Savannah R At Burtons Ferry Br Nr Millhaven | 4,640 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Jenkins Pond Dam.
Track Jenkins Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Jenkins Pond Dam
Where does the data for Jenkins 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 Jenkins Pond Dam.