Johnson Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Davis Lake Dam Stanley Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 13, 2025
Johnson Pond Dam, located in Lovett, Georgia, is a privately owned Earth dam on Big Branch with a height of 15 feet and a hydraulic height of 13.5 feet.
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Summary
The dam, completed in an unspecified year, has a storage capacity of 173 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 105 acre-feet and a surface area of 20 acres. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with an undetermined hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Despite being a privately owned structure, Johnson Pond Dam falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to state inspections. The dam, with a length of 811 feet, poses a moderate risk level and has an inspection frequency of 5 years. The condition assessment of the dam is currently listed as "Not Rated," indicating that further evaluation may be needed to assess its overall integrity and safety.
The dam, situated in Johnson County, Georgia, is within the regulatory purview of the state but does not have specific state permitting or enforcement in place. With its design categorized as Earth with Buttress core types, Johnson Pond Dam serves as a vital component for water resource management in the area, highlighting the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure its structural integrity and safety for the surrounding community and environment.
Dam Length |
811 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
Big Branch |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
13.5 |
Nid Storage |
173 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Undetermined |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River At Dublin
|
1070cfs |
Oconee River Near Oconee
|
895cfs |
Buffalo Creek At Ga 272
|
54cfs |
Williamson Swamp Creek At Davisboro
|
56cfs |
Oconee River At Avant Mine
|
614cfs |
Ogeechee River At Midville
|
674cfs |
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.
Johnson Pond Dam