Dorminy Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Tanglewood Lake Dam Henry P. Yearqin
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Dorminy Pond Dam, located in Ben Hill, Georgia, serves as a crucial water resource for irrigation purposes along the Satilla Creek.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 150 acre-feet, providing essential water supply for the surrounding area. The dam, with a length of 750 feet, has a low hazard potential and is categorized as having a moderate risk level.
Despite not being regulated by the state, Dorminy Pond Dam undergoes regular inspections every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its efficient water management system. The surrounding area also benefits from the dam's surface area of 20 acres, facilitating water storage and irrigation needs for the region.
With its strategic location and importance in water resource management, Dorminy Pond Dam stands as a vital infrastructure for sustaining agricultural activities and environmental balance in the region. The dam's risk level and hazard potential are closely monitored, reflecting a commitment to maintaining its functionality and safeguarding the surrounding communities from potential risks associated with water resource management and climate variability.
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
10 |
River Or Stream |
SATILLA CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
10 |
Drainage Area |
770 |
Nid Storage |
150 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
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.
Dorminy Pond Dam