Phillips Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Hill Lake Dam City Oxidation Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Phillips Pond Dam, located in Bleckley, Georgia, was completed in 1968 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service.
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Summary
This private earth dam serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and providing a habitat for small fish. With a height of 15 feet and a length of 820 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 329 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 32 acres.
Despite its low hazard potential, Phillips Pond Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. The dam is currently not rated in terms of condition assessment, and its last inspection took place in November 2004. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. As a vital resource for water conservation in the area, the dam is of interest to water resource and climate enthusiasts who value the importance of maintaining and managing these structures for both environmental and safety reasons.
While Phillips Pond Dam is not regulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are currently not specified. With its historical significance and role in supporting local wildlife and fire protection efforts, Phillips Pond Dam remains a noteworthy site for those interested in water resource management and the intersection of environmental conservation and infrastructure development.
Year Completed |
1968 |
Dam Length |
820 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
32 |
Drainage Area |
480 |
Nid Storage |
329 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
2570cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
39cfs |
Oconee River At Dublin
|
2420cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Macon
|
2030cfs |
Turkey Creek At Byromville
|
10cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
1430cfs |
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.
Phillips Pond Dam