Surrencys Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 11, 2025
Surrencys Pond Dam, located in Tattnall, Georgia, was completed in 1957 and serves as a vital irrigation resource in the region.
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Summary
Owned privately, this Earth-type dam with a buttress core stands at 18 feet in height and stretches 765 feet in length. With a storage capacity of 125 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 12 acres and drains a 160-acre watershed.
Despite its low hazard potential, Surrencys Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment, with the last inspection conducted in June 2010. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, posing a moderate risk that warrants ongoing monitoring and risk management measures. The surrounding community, including Tison Environs, relies on the dam for irrigation purposes, highlighting the crucial role it plays in sustaining local water resources.
While not regulated by the state, Surrencys Pond Dam remains a significant structure in the Savannah District. As water resource and climate enthusiasts, we recognize the importance of maintaining and monitoring dams like Surrencys Pond to ensure their continued functionality and safety for both the environment and the community they serve.
Year Completed |
1957 |
Dam Length |
765 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
12 |
Drainage Area |
160 |
Nid Storage |
125 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
216cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
86cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
4780cfs |
Altamaha River At Doctortown
|
5270cfs |
Peacock Creek At Mcintosh
|
4cfs |
Little Satilla River Near Offerman
|
17cfs |
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.
Surrencys Pond Dam