Mcdade Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mcdade Pond Dam is a private earth dam located in Richmond, Georgia, with a height of 11 feet and a storage capacity of 137.5 acre-feet.
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Summary
The dam is primarily used for water supply purposes and features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite being unregulated by the state and not having a formal inspection or maintenance schedule in place, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating due to its potential hazard level being undetermined.
With a structural height of 0 feet and a drainage area of 0 square miles, Mcdade Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts. The dam, constructed with a buttress core type on an unlisted/unknown foundation, lacks detailed information on its history, construction date, and current condition assessment rating. While the dam's emergency action plan is not prepared, and its risk management measures are unclear, the moderate risk assessment suggests a need for further evaluation and potential mitigation efforts to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure.
As water infrastructure continues to face increasing challenges from climate change and aging systems, Mcdade Pond Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of proactive maintenance, inspection, and risk management to safeguard communities and ecosystems reliant on these critical resources. The dam's location in Georgia and its private ownership highlight the diverse landscape of water infrastructure in the United States, underscoring the need for collaboration between government agencies, private entities, and stakeholders to address the complex issues surrounding dam safety and water resource management.
Dam Height |
11 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
137.5 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
11 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Brier Creek Near Waynesboro
|
399cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
149cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
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