Watson Mill Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Whitehead Lake Dam Glenn Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Watson Mill Pond Dam in Oglethorpe, Georgia, is a state-owned structure primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
This earthen dam, with a height of 16 feet and a storage capacity of 235 acre-feet, is regulated and inspected by the Georgia Safe Dams Program. The dam's hazard potential is classified as high, but its current condition is assessed as satisfactory as of the last inspection in March 2019.
Located within the Savannah District, Watson Mill Pond Dam's spillway is uncontrolled, and it features an uncontrolled outlet gate. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam has not undergone any modifications or emergency preparedness updates in recent years. The risk management measures and emergency action plans for this dam are currently unspecified, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety of the surrounding community and water resources.
Dam Height |
16 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
235 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
High |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
16 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
South Fork Broad River At Carlton
|
87cfs |
Broad River Above Carlton
|
327cfs |
Beaverdam Creek Ab Elberton Ga
|
38cfs |
North Oconee River At College St
|
120cfs |
Broad River Near Bell
|
672cfs |
Middle Oconee River Near Athens
|
221cfs |
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.
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Watson Mill Pond Dam