Rodgers Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 8, 2025

Rodgers Pond Dam, located in Tattnall, Georgia, was designed by A.


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Summary

C. Rodgers and completed in 1962. This private earth dam on Bull Creek stands at a height of 8 feet and spans 330 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 71 acre-feet and a surface area of 12 acres. The primary purpose of this dam is for recreational use, offering opportunities for fishing, boating, and wildlife observation in the Ford Environs area.

Despite being unregulated by the state and having a low hazard potential, Rodgers Pond Dam has not undergone recent inspections or condition assessments, with its last recorded inspection dating back to 1988. The dam's spillway, outlet gates, and uncontrolled design raise concerns regarding its effectiveness in managing water flow. With a moderate risk assessment rating, there is a need for increased attention to the maintenance and safety of this structure to prevent potential hazards and ensure its long-term functionality for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.

Year Completed

1962

Dam Length

330

Dam Height

8

River Or Stream

BULL CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Drainage Area

3000

Nid Storage

71

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

8
       
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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. 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

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, 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.