Bloodworth Lower Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Barrentine Pond Dam Morgan Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Bloodworth Lower Pond Dam, located in Wilcox County, Georgia, was completed in 1912 for the primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This privately owned Earth dam stands at a height of 15 feet and spans 450 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet. The dam, made of Buttress core types, has a surface area of 10 acres and drains an area of 405 acres.
Despite being categorized as having a low hazard potential, the dam's risk assessment is rated as moderate. The condition assessment is listed as "Not Rated," indicating that the dam's structural integrity may need further evaluation. With its uncontrolled spillway system and outlet gates, the dam poses a moderate risk that warrants ongoing monitoring and potential risk management measures. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Bloodworth Lower Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study in dam safety and risk assessment within the Georgia landscape.
Year Completed |
1912 |
Dam Length |
450 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
405 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
39cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
2570cfs |
Turkey Creek At Byromville
|
10cfs |
Flint River At Ga 26
|
2200cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
0cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
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.
Bloodworth Lower Pond Dam