Mallard Pond Dam dam
Mallard Pond Dam
Mallard Pond Dam, also known as Riggs Pond Dam, is a private earth dam located in Bulloch, Georgia, near Statesboro Environs. Built in 1954 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this recreational dam stands at a height of 21 feet and has a length of 1240 feet. With a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet and a surface area of 9 acres, the dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene setting for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.
Although Mallard Pond Dam is not regulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections, with the last one taking place in November 2004. Classified as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, the dam operates with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam's risk management measures are not specified. Despite these uncertainties, Mallard Pond Dam remains a picturesque destination for those interested in water resources and climate, providing a tranquil retreat within the Charleston District.
Overall, Mallard Pond Dam presents itself as a charming recreational spot for visitors seeking a peaceful waterfront experience. With its historical significance dating back to the mid-20th century, the dam continues to offer a modest yet inviting environment for outdoor enthusiasts. While its regulatory status and condition assessment may raise some questions, the dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk level suggest that it is generally safe for public enjoyment, making it a noteworthy destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the region.
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 Mallard Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd | 592 cfs | → |
| Canoochee River Near Claxton | 2 cfs | → |
| Black Creek Near Blitchton | 1 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River Near Eden | 542 cfs | → |
| Ebenezer Creek At Springfield | 0 cfs | → |
| Ohoopee River Near Reidsville | 46 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Mallard Pond Dam.
Campgrounds
- George L Smith State Park
- Primative 4
- Primative 5
- Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park
- Magnolia Springs State Park
Fishing spots
- Whittakers Pond
- Watson Pond
- Magnolia Springs State Park Lake
- Savannah River
- Fish Feeder #1
- Fish Feeder #2
Track Mallard Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Mallard Pond Dam
Where does the data for Mallard 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 Mallard Pond Dam.