Dawson Sewage Disposal Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Boyd Lake Dam J. W. Whitaker
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Dawson, Georgia, the Dawson Sewage Disposal Pond Dam stands as a vital infrastructure managed by the local government.
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Summary
This earth dam, with a height of 12.3 feet and a hydraulic height of 7.8 feet, serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a low hazard potential. The dam has a storage capacity of 88 acre-feet and a normal storage capacity of 70 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 22.5 acres.
Despite not being regulated or inspected by the state, the dam's risk assessment is moderate, indicating a level 3 risk. The spillway type is uncontrolled, and the outlet gates operate in the same manner. With no associated structures and no recent inspection data available, the condition assessment remains unrated. While the emergency action plan status is unknown, the overall risk management measures for the dam are not specified, underscoring the need for further evaluation and monitoring to ensure its safety and functionality for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the area.
Dam Length |
0.75 |
Dam Height |
12.3 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
22.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
7.8 |
Nid Storage |
88 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson
|
531cfs |
Ichawaynochaway Creek At Ga 37
|
332cfs |
Muckalee Creek At Ga 195
|
419cfs |
Pachitla Creek Near Edison
|
175cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston
|
220cfs |
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.
Dawson Sewage Disposal Pond Dam