Walker Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Walker Pond Dam, located in Tift, Georgia, is a private earth dam completed in 1977 with a primary purpose of recreation.
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Summary
Standing at a height of 9.5 feet, the dam spans 700 feet along Little Creek, providing a surface area of 15 acres and a drainage area of 885 acres. With a storage capacity of 95 acre-feet, the dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite not being state-regulated or inspected, Walker Pond Dam serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community. Owned privately, the dam's uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates contribute to its low hazard potential. While the dam's condition assessment is not rated, its risk management measures are currently unspecified. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate in Georgia may find Walker Pond Dam an intriguing site for exploration and study, showcasing the intersection of human engineering with natural landscapes.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
9.5 |
River Or Stream |
LITTLE CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
15 |
Drainage Area |
885 |
Nid Storage |
95 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little R At Tifton Worth Co Line Rd
|
0cfs |
Alapaha River Near Alapaha
|
12cfs |
Little River Near Adel
|
3cfs |
Flint River At Ga 32
|
4340cfs |
Withlacoochee River At Mcmillan Rd
|
45cfs |
Flint River At Albany
|
3510cfs |
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.
Walker Pond Dam