Wetherington Pond Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wetherington Pond, located in Clyattville, Georgia, is a private recreational water resource situated along the Greenwater Branch river or stream.


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Summary

This Earth-type dam, with a height of 8 feet and a hydraulic height of 7 feet, provides a storage capacity of 81 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 16 acres. While the dam's spillway is uncontrolled, its hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment of 3.

Managed by a private owner, Wetherington Pond offers a tranquil setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and birdwatching. The dam's primary purpose is for recreation, and it does not fall under state regulation, permitting, or inspection. Despite being of Earth construction with a buttress core type, the dam's condition remains unrated, leaving room for potential future assessments and management measures to ensure its structural integrity.

With its scenic location and modest storage capacity, Wetherington Pond serves as a valuable resource for the local community and visitors alike. The dam's historical completion date remains unknown, emphasizing the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to uphold its functionality and safety standards. As climate change impacts water resources, understanding and safeguarding sites like Wetherington Pond become increasingly vital for sustainable water management practices in Georgia's Lowndes County.

Dam Length

480

Dam Height

8

River Or Stream

GREENWATER BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Hydraulic Height

7

Drainage Area

500

Nid Storage

81

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

8
       
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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. 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

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, 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.