Gross Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Gross Pond Dam, located in the beautiful surroundings of New Hope Church in Toombs, Georgia, was completed in 1952 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
This private Earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and stretches 870 feet in length, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 294 acre-feet. The dam overlooks Cobb Creek and offers a surface area of 29 acres for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy.
Although Gross Pond Dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential, it is not currently regulated by the state and does not have a permit for operation. Despite this, regular inspections have been conducted, with the last one taking place in March 2017. The dam's condition is currently not rated, and there are no emergency action plans or inundation maps prepared. With a moderate risk assessment rating, there is room for improvement in terms of risk management measures to ensure the safety and sustainability of this recreational water resource in the face of potential climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1952 |
Dam Length |
870 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
COBB CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
29 |
Nid Storage |
294 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
2230cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
3480cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
105cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2080cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
0cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
16cfs |
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.
Gross Pond Dam