Valdosta Oxidation Pond dam
Valdosta Oxidation Pond
Located in Valdosta, Georgia, the Valdosta Oxidation Pond is a vital water resource managed by the local government. This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 10.9 feet and has a storage capacity of 175 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 44 acre-feet. The pond covers a surface area of 22 acres and serves a drainage area of 23 acres, playing a crucial role in water management for the region.
Despite being unlisted as a state-regulated structure, the Valdosta Oxidation Pond is subject to regular inspections, with the last one conducted in April 2014. With a low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the pond is considered to have a satisfactory condition, although it is not currently rated. Emergency preparedness measures, such as an Emergency Action Plan (EAP), have not been detailed for this facility, but the local government ensures that the structure meets safety guidelines and is equipped to manage any potential risks effectively.
Water and climate enthusiasts will appreciate the Valdosta Oxidation Pond for its role in water storage and management in the region. Despite its relatively low hazard potential, the facility remains a key component of the local infrastructure, providing essential services for the community. As climate change continues to impact water resources, the management and maintenance of structures like the Valdosta Oxidation Pond will be crucial in ensuring the sustainability and resilience of water systems in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Valdosta Oxidation Pond -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd | 290 cfs | → |
| Withlacoochee River At Us 84 | 515 cfs | → |
| Withlacoochee River Near Pinetta | 833 cfs | → |
| Alapaha River At Statenville | 181 cfs | → |
| Okapilco Creek At Ga 33 | 14 cfs | → |
| Alapaha River Near Jennings Fla | 284 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Valdosta Oxidation Pond.
Boat launches
- Valdosta Highway, Valdosta
- Madison Highway 6461, Valdosta
- Highway 94, Statenville
- Adel Highway 17562, Barney
- Northeast River Park Road 1307, Lee
- County Road 249, Jasper
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Valdosta Oxidation Pond in the Snoflo app
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About Valdosta Oxidation Pond
Where does the data for Valdosta Oxidation Pond come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Valdosta Oxidation Pond.