Reject Pond Dam No. 5 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
5 is a private-owned structure located in McIntyre, Georgia, within Wilkinson County. Constructed in 1992 by TRIBBLE AND RICHARDSON, this earth dam serves the primary purpose of tailings management, with a height of 31 feet and a length of 1800 feet. The dam has a storage capacity of 130 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 85 acre-feet, covering a surface area of 5 acres and draining an area of 6 acres. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam is regularly inspected by the owner, with the last inspection conducted in January 2018.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating, Reject Pond Dam No. 5 poses minimal threat to surrounding areas. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with no associated locks for water flow regulation. While not currently rated for conditions assessment, the dam's risk management measures are unspecified, suggesting a need for further evaluation and potential enhancements to ensure structural integrity and safety. With its unique purpose and design, Reject Pond Dam No. 5 stands as a testament to innovative engineering in water resource management, catering to the specialized needs of tailings containment in the region.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
1800 |
Dam Height |
31 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
5 |
Drainage Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
130 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
31 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
846cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
145cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
1430cfs |
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
635cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Macon
|
2030cfs |
Oconee River At Dublin
|
2420cfs |
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.
Reject Pond Dam No. 5