Riner Pond Dam (North) is a privately owned earth dam located in Swainsboro, Georgia.
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Built in 1960, this dam stands at a height of 21.8 feet and has a hydraulic height of 20.6 feet, serving primarily for recreation purposes. With a storage capacity of 126 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 91 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 10.5 acres and drains an area of 96 square miles.
Despite being unregulated by the state, Riner Pond Dam (North) has a low hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with the last inspection conducted in January 2017. While the condition assessment is marked as "Not Rated", the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are unspecified. Overall, this dam provides a valuable recreational resource for the local community in Emanuel County, Georgia, while also posing manageable risks that require regular monitoring and maintenance.
Year Completed |
1960 |
Dam Length |
635 |
Dam Height |
21.8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
20.6 |
Drainage Area |
96 |
Nid Storage |
126 |
Structural Height |
20.6 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
Ogeechee River At Midville
|
662cfs |
Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd
|
557cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
2230cfs |
Oconee River At Dublin
|
2420cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
105cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
83cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
George L Smith State Park
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Primative 4
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Primative 5
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