Simons Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Phillips Lake Dam Arringtons Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Simons Pond Dam, located in McDuffie, Georgia, is a privately owned structure primarily used for recreation.
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Summary
This earth dam with a buttress core stands at a height of 18 feet and spans 230 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 67 acre-feet. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway and outlet gates ensure low hazard potential for the dam. The risk assessment for the site is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk rating.
While Simons Pond Dam is not regulated by the state, it remains a significant feature in the local landscape, offering a surface area of 4 acres for recreational activities. Even though its condition assessment is not rated, the dam is considered to have moderate risk management measures in place. With its serene location and potential for outdoor enjoyment, the dam serves as a valuable resource for water enthusiasts and climate advocates interested in sustainable water management practices in Georgia.
Dam Length |
230 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
4 |
Nid Storage |
67 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Little River Near Washington
|
85cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
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.
Simons Pond Dam