Mcneil Irrigation Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mcneil Irrigation Pond Dam, located in McDuffie County, Georgia, is a private earth dam completed in 1978 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
The dam stands at 25 feet high and stretches 440 feet in length, holding a total storage capacity of 1315 acre-feet. The dam, designed by SCS, is associated with Mattox Creek and features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the dam has a moderate risk assessment rating. The last inspection of Mcneil Irrigation Pond Dam took place in May 2009, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. Although the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is in a state of moderate risk and may require risk management measures in the future. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Mcneil Irrigation Pond Dam serves as an interesting case study in dam construction, maintenance, and risk assessment in the state of Georgia.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
440 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
MATTOX CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
60 |
Nid Storage |
1315 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little River Near Washington
|
85cfs |
Kettle Creek Near Washington
|
9cfs |
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
Stevens Creek Near Modoc
|
149cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
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.
Mcneil Irrigation Pond Dam