Mote Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Mote Pond Dam, also known as Mores Pond Dam, is a private-owned structure located in the Newton County of Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1970, this earth dam stands at a height of 28 feet and serves primarily for recreation purposes. With a storage capacity of 157 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 114 acre-feet, the dam spans a length of 930 feet and covers a surface area of 15 acres.

Situated on the Patrick Branch river, Mote Pond Dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate overall risk assessment. Despite being uninspected since September 2005, the dam is reported to be in a not rated condition. The spillway type is classified as uncontrolled and the outlet gates are also uncontrolled, contributing to the recreational use and hydraulic height of 17 feet.

Although the dam does not fall under state regulation, it is subject to periodic inspections and meets the guidelines for emergency action preparedness. With its strategic location in the Newborn Community of Georgia, Mote Pond Dam serves as a significant recreational asset while also posing a moderate risk factor that warrants ongoing monitoring and potential management measures.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

930

Dam Height

28

River Or Stream

PATRICK BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

15

Hydraulic Height

17

Drainage Area

213

Nid Storage

157

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.