Mitchell Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Butler Lake Dam Gary Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Mitchell Pond Dam, located in Metcalf, Georgia, serves multiple purposes including fire protection and creating a stock or small fish pond.
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Summary
Built in 1948, this earth dam stands at a height of 14 feet and has a storage capacity of 792 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 1880 feet and is primarily made of buttress core types, with an uncontrolled spillway.
Despite being privately owned, Mitchell Pond Dam is subject to state regulation and inspection, with the last inspection conducted in July 2019. The dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as not assessed for its condition. While it has not been modified in recent years, the risk assessment for the dam is considered moderate. With its location on Wards Creek and its role in water resource management, Mitchell Pond Dam is a significant structure for both local residents and climate enthusiasts interested in the impact of dams on the surrounding environment.
Year Completed |
1948 |
Dam Length |
1880 |
Dam Height |
14 |
River Or Stream |
WARDS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
92 |
Hydraulic Height |
11 |
Nid Storage |
792 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
14 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Ochlockonee River Near Thomasville
|
17cfs |
Ochlockonee River Nr Concord
|
79cfs |
Okapilco Creek At Ga 33
|
14cfs |
Aucilla River At Lamont
|
6cfs |
Withlacoochee River At Us 84
|
29cfs |
Wacissa River Nr Wacissa Fla
|
248cfs |
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.
Mitchell Pond Dam