Plant Waste Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Plant Waste Pond Dam in Baldwin, Georgia, is a privately owned Earth dam with a height of 27 feet.
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Summary
This dam, with a storage capacity of 275 acre-feet, serves the primary purpose of managing plant waste and ensuring proper waste disposal. The dam is categorized as having a low hazard potential and a moderate risk level, with a condition assessment that is currently not rated.
Despite being a privately owned structure, Plant Waste Pond Dam falls under the jurisdiction of the state of Georgia and is subject to state inspection requirements. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a drainage area and surface area of 0. While it is not regulated by the state, it is still inspected regularly, with a 5-year inspection frequency in place to monitor its condition and ensure its continued safety.
Located in the Savannah District, Plant Waste Pond Dam is an essential component in managing water resources and waste disposal in the area. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the intricate balance of maintaining this structure to protect the environment and surrounding communities from potential hazards associated with plant waste disposal.
Dam Height |
27 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
275 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
606cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
49cfs |
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
514cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
864cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
52cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
58cfs |
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.
Plant Waste Pond Dam