Morgan Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Located in Wilcox, Georgia, the Morgan Pond Dam is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.
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Summary
Standing at 12 feet in height and stretching 595 feet in length, this dam has a storage capacity of 69 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 10 acres. Despite being uncontrolled, the spillway width and the number of locks are not specified in the data.
Owned by a private entity and designed by L. J. Morgan, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment score of 3. Although not state regulated or permitted, the dam's condition is currently not rated. With no inspection frequency or emergency action plan in place, the Morgan Pond Dam presents a captivating case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of private dams in Georgia.
Dam Length |
595 |
Dam Height |
12 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Drainage Area |
100 |
Nid Storage |
69 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
12 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
39cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
2570cfs |
Turkey Creek At Byromville
|
10cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
0cfs |
Flint River At Ga 26
|
2200cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
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.
Morgan Pond Dam