Newsome Tailing Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
The Newsome Tailing Pond Dam, located in Warren County, Georgia, was completed in 1992 and serves as a crucial structure for tailings storage.
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Summary
This private earth dam stands at a height of 60 feet and spans 3000 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 1025 acre-feet. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam has undergone inspections and is deemed to have a low hazard potential with a moderate risk assessment.
The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with an associated surface area of 24 acres. While it has not been rated for its condition assessment, the Newsome Tailing Pond Dam is considered to meet operational guidelines. With the Charleston District overseeing its management, the dam remains a key component for water resource management in the region. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will find interest in the unique design and purpose of the Newsome Tailing Pond Dam, highlighting the intersection of engineering and environmental stewardship in maintaining critical infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1992 |
Dam Length |
3000 |
Dam Height |
60 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
24 |
Nid Storage |
1025 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
60 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Spirit Creek At Us 1
|
11cfs |
Butler Creek Below 7th Avenue
|
8cfs |
Little River Near Washington
|
85cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
83cfs |
Augusta Canal Nr Augusta (Upper)
|
2080cfs |
Savannah River At Augusta
|
6790cfs |
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.
Newsome Tailing Pond Dam