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Simpson is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Macon, Georgia, within Jones County. Built in 1971 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at 26 feet high and stretches 165 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 19 acre-feet. The primary purpose of Simpson is to provide habitat for fish and wildlife in the area, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.
Situated along Tr-Rock Creek, Simpson serves as a valuable resource for the local ecosystem and provides essential water storage for the surrounding area. Although the dam's condition assessment is not available, it is categorized as having a moderate risk level, indicating the need for ongoing monitoring and management. With a spillway width of 20 feet and a maximum discharge of 35 cfs, Simpson is equipped to handle potential overflow events and maintain the safety of the surrounding community.
As a key component of the water infrastructure in Congressional District 08, Georgia, Simpson plays a crucial role in supporting the ecological balance and water resources of the region. With its focus on wildlife habitat and low hazard potential, this earth dam stands as a testament to the importance of sustainable water management practices in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year_Completed | 1971 |
Dam_Height | 26 |
River_Or_Stream | Tr- Rock Creek |
Dam_Length | 165 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Drainage_Area | 0.05 |
Nid_Storage | 19 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 26 |
FLINT RIVER AT GA 32 | 1730cfs |
OCONEE RIVER NEAR OCONEE | 2990cfs |
OCMULGEE RIVER AT MACON | 2900cfs |
MURDER CREEK BELOW EATONTON | 94cfs |
FLINT RIVER NEAR CULLODEN | 1810cfs |
TOBESOFKEE CREEK NEAR MACON | 9cfs |
MUCKALEE CREEK AT GA 195 | 163cfs |