Robert Johnson Pond Dam, located in Emanuel County, Georgia, was completed in 1935 and stands at a height of 14 feet with a length of 770 feet.
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The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, providing a storage capacity of 77 acre-feet and serving as a popular spot for water enthusiasts in the Watson Pond Environs area. The dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway.
Although the dam's hazard potential is currently listed as undetermined and its condition is not rated, it is considered to have a moderate risk level. Despite not being regulated by the state or subject to regular inspections, the dam continues to be a vital part of the local water resource infrastructure. With its rich history and recreational significance, Robert Johnson Pond Dam remains a noteworthy piece of Georgia's landscape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to explore and appreciate.
Year Completed |
1935 |
Dam Length |
770 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
348 |
Nid Storage |
77 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd
|
535cfs |
Ogeechee River At Midville
|
553cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
11cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Near Sardis
|
8cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
83cfs |
Brier Creek At Millhaven
|
423cfs |
| Location | Reservations | Toilets |
|---|---|---|
Primative 4
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George L Smith State Park
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Primative 5
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