Fish Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Fish Pond Dam, located in Washington, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose that remains unspecified.
°F
°F
mph
Wind
%
Humidity
Summary
This dam stands at a height of 10 feet and has a storage capacity of 240 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 100 acre-feet. Despite being unregulated by the state, Fish Pond Dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last inspection conducted in January 2003. It has been classified as a low hazard potential structure with a moderate risk assessment rating.
Although the dam lacks certain features such as a spillway width or outlet gates, its condition is currently labeled as "Not Rated". With no emergency action plan in place and limited risk management measures identified, there are areas for improvement in terms of preparedness for potential hazards. However, the dam's risk assessment rating suggests a moderate level of risk, highlighting the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and stability of Fish Pond Dam for the surrounding community and ecosystem.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Fish Pond Dam serves as an intriguing case study in dam infrastructure management. Its unique characteristics, such as the lack of a designated purpose and limited regulatory oversight, present challenges in assessing and addressing potential risks. By considering the dam's low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, stakeholders can work towards implementing effective risk management measures and emergency preparedness strategies to enhance the safety and resilience of Fish Pond Dam in the face of changing environmental conditions and potential threats.
Dam Height |
10 |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Nid Storage |
240 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
10 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
614cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
54cfs |
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
514cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
895cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
56cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
54cfs |
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.
Fish Pond Dam