New Pond Dam dam
New Pond Dam
New Pond Dam, located in Milledgeville, Georgia, serves as a crucial resource for fish and wildlife in the area, as well as for irrigation purposes. Built in 1978 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this private dam stands at a height of 35 feet and spans 240 feet in length. With a maximum storage capacity of 99 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 78 acre-feet, New Pond Dam plays a vital role in water management and conservation efforts in Putnam County.
Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, New Pond Dam is considered to have a moderate risk level, indicating the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 45 feet, allowing for a maximum discharge of 140 cubic feet per second. As a part of the larger Little River system, New Pond Dam contributes to the overall ecological health of the region and underscores the interconnectedness of water resources and climate resilience in the face of changing environmental conditions.
With its strategic location and purposeful design, New Pond Dam exemplifies the intersection of human infrastructure and natural ecosystems, showcasing the intricate balance required for sustainable water management. As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to advocate for the protection and preservation of our aquatic environments, New Pond Dam stands as a testament to the importance of thoughtful planning and stewardship in safeguarding our precious natural resources for future generations.
Dam data reference
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.
- 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.
- 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.
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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around New Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Little River Near Eatonton | 37 cfs | → |
| Murder Creek Below Eatonton | 40 cfs | → |
| Alcovy River Below Covington | 34 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River Near Jackson | 441 cfs | → |
| Alcovy River Above Covington | 31 cfs | → |
| Oconee River Near Penfield | 260 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near New Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Ellis Road Jasper County
- Ccc Camp Loop Morgan County
- Wise Creek Tail Jasper County
- Round Oak-Juliette Road Monroe County
- Lake Juliette Day Use Area And Boat Ramp
Campgrounds
- Lake Sinclair
- Parks Ferry
- Lake Sinclair Recreation Area
- Camp Rutledge
- Old Salem
- Hard Labor Creek State Park
Fishing spots
Track New Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About New Pond Dam
Where does the data for New Pond Dam come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of New Pond Dam.