Indian Ford Pond Dam dam
Indian Ford Pond Dam
Indian Ford Pond Dam, also known as Travis Pond, is a state-owned recreational dam located in Toombs, Georgia. Built in 1974, this earth dam stands at a height of 11 feet with a length of 1020 feet, offering a storage capacity of 192 acre-feet. The primary purpose of the dam is for recreation, providing a serene setting for water enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing and boating in the 20-acre surface area.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Indian Ford Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating. With a drainage area of 505 acres, the dam serves as a vital water resource for the surrounding community. While it is not regulated by the state, regular inspections ensure that the dam is structurally sound and safe for recreational use. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam continues to provide a valuable recreational space for visitors to enjoy the beauty of nature in Ponderosa.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Indian Ford Pond Dam offers a fascinating glimpse into the intersection of human infrastructure and natural landscapes. Its tranquil waters and surrounding wildlife provide a unique opportunity to appreciate the importance of preserving and managing water resources for both recreational and environmental purposes. With its rich history and practical design, this state-owned dam serves as a testament to the careful balance between human enjoyment and responsible stewardship of our natural resources.
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 Indian Ford Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ohoopee River Near Reidsville | 43 cfs | → |
| Oconee River Near Mount Vernon | 899 cfs | → |
| Altamaha River Near Baxley | 3,400 cfs | → |
| Canoochee River Near Claxton | 2 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Lumber City | 2,060 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd | 477 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Indian Ford Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Benton Powell Road 267-315, Uvalda
- Deen's Landing Road 688-700, Baxley
- Cherokee Road Wheeler County
- Highway 135, Uvalda
- ⛉ Riverwood Trail 45, Uvalda
- Landing Road 438, Baxley
Campgrounds
- Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park
- Falling Rocks County Park
- George L Smith State Park
- Towns Bluff County Park
- Primative 4
- Primative 5
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About Indian Ford Pond Dam
Where does the data for Indian Ford 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 Indian Ford Pond Dam.