George Weathersbee Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
George Weathersbee is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Lumber City, Georgia, along the Tr- Alligator Creek.
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Summary
Built in 1979 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at a height of 18 feet and has a storage capacity of 235 acre-feet. The dam serves multiple purposes, including irrigation, and has a significant hazard potential due to its size and location.
Despite lacking detailed condition assessment data, George Weathersbee poses a moderate risk level, with a spillway width of 90 feet and a maximum discharge of 420 cubic feet per second. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its emergency action plan status and risk management measures remain unclear. Climate and water resource enthusiasts may find George Weathersbee an intriguing case study for understanding the complexities and challenges associated with managing and maintaining private dams in the face of changing environmental conditions.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
900 |
Dam Height |
18 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Alligator Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.83 |
Nid Storage |
235 |
Hazard Potential |
Significant |
Nid Height |
18 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1070cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Hawkinsville
|
2110cfs |
Tucsawhatchee Creek Near Hawkinsville
|
29cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
11cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
895cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
1340cfs |
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.
George Weathersbee