Cato 4 Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 6, 2025
Cato 4 is a privately owned Earth dam located in Toombs, Georgia, with a primary purpose of serving as a Fish and Wildlife Pond.
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Summary
Built in 1976 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam stands at 25 feet tall and spans 750 feet in length, providing a storage capacity of 122 acre-feet. The dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment make it a crucial structure for water resource management in the area.
With a drainage area of 0.02 square miles and a maximum discharge of 20 cubic feet per second, Cato 4 plays a significant role in maintaining water levels and supporting various purposes including fire protection, irrigation, and recreation. Despite lacking detailed information on its condition assessment, emergency action plan, and inundation maps, the dam continues to serve as a valuable asset for enhancing fish and wildlife habitats in the region. As a key component of the local ecosystem, Cato 4 underscores the importance of sustainable water resource and climate management practices.
As climate change continues to pose challenges to water resources, the presence of structures like Cato 4 becomes even more crucial in ensuring the resilience of ecosystems and wildlife habitats. By monitoring and maintaining the integrity of dams like Cato 4, stakeholders can mitigate risks and adapt to changing environmental conditions, ultimately safeguarding water supplies and promoting biodiversity in the face of a changing climate.
Year Completed |
1976 |
Dam Length |
750 |
Dam Height |
25 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Cobb Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.02 |
Nid Storage |
122 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
25 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
4210cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
171cfs |
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
2590cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2290cfs |
Canoochee River Near Claxton
|
33cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
7cfs |
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.
Cato 4
Benton Powell Road 267-315, Uvalda