Big Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Big Pond Dam, located in Bulloch, Georgia, was completed in 1978 and primarily serves the purpose of irrigation.
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Summary
This private-owned Earth dam stands at 13 feet high and stretches 1240 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 132 acre-feet. The dam's structural design includes a Buttress core type and an uncontrolled spillway system.
Although the dam's hazard potential is rated as low, it undergoes state inspections periodically to ensure its safety and compliance with regulations. The last inspection took place in October 2004, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam's risk management measures and emergency action plan status are currently not updated.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts monitoring Big Pond Dam's condition and environmental impact in the Magnolia Church Environs area of Georgia can appreciate its role in agricultural irrigation and its contribution to the local drainage area of 2680 acres. As a vital piece of infrastructure, ongoing monitoring and maintenance of the dam are essential to ensure the safety of surrounding communities and the sustainability of water resources in the region.
Year Completed |
1978 |
Dam Length |
1240 |
Dam Height |
13 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
16 |
Hydraulic Height |
12 |
Drainage Area |
2680 |
Nid Storage |
132 |
Structural Height |
12 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
13 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd
|
557cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
16cfs |
Black Creek Near Blitchton
|
9cfs |
Ogeechee River Near Eden
|
545cfs |
Ebenezer Creek At Springfield
|
12cfs |
Savannah River Near Clyo
|
6820cfs |
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.
Big Pond Dam