Pond 17 dam
Pond 17
Pond 17, also known as Daisy Pond, is a Federal-owned recreational water resource located in Claxton, Georgia. Constructed in 1968 by the US Army, this earth dam structure stands at 12 feet tall and has a storage capacity of 102 acre-feet. With a primary purpose of recreation, Pond 17 is a popular spot for fishing and wildlife observation, providing a serene escape for visitors.
Situated on Tr-Unnamed Creek in Evans County, Pond 17 covers a surface area of 15 acres and has a normal storage capacity of 80 acre-feet. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and a valve outlet gate, with a maximum discharge rate of 40 cubic feet per second. Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment for Pond 17 is rated as moderate.
Maintained by the US Army, Pond 17 undergoes inspections every four years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. While the condition assessment is currently marked as "Not Available," efforts are made to address any potential risks and manage the water resource effectively. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Pond 17 offers a peaceful retreat with opportunities for outdoor recreation and wildlife appreciation in the heart of Georgia.
Dam data reference
Condition Assessment
- Satisfactory
- No 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.
- 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.
- 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.
Hazard Potential Classification
- High
- Dams 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, environmental 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.
Plan around the weather
Same NOAA / yr.no feed Snoflo's iOS app uses. Watch the precipitation column on the meteogram -- rain on the basin upstream typically lifts inflow 24-72 hours later.
Next 5 days, hour by hour
Temperature line with weather symbols on top, snow + rain accumulation as columns, humidity as a dotted line.
5-day forecast table
Every 3 hours, broken out across temperature, snow, rain, humidity, and wind. Each cell is colour-coded relative to the column min/max.
| Time | Condition | Temp (°F) | Snow (in) | Rain (in) | Humidity (%) | Wind (mps) | Wind dir |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Loading detailed forecast… | |||||||
15-day temperature & precipitation
Daily temperatures, snow, and rain projected over the next two weeks.
Nearby streamflow gauges
USGS streamgauges around Pond 17 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Canoochee River Near Claxton | 2 cfs | → |
| Black Creek Near Blitchton | 1 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River Near Eden | 518 cfs | → |
| Ohoopee River Near Reidsville | 47 cfs | → |
| Peacock Creek At Mcintosh | 4 cfs | → |
| Altamaha River At Doctortown | 5,370 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pond 17 .
Boat launches
- Lesa Street Hinesville
- Arnold River Road 599, Jesup
- Getaway Lane, Surrency
- Pig Farm Landing
- Landing Road 438, Baxley
- Scott Stell Park Drive Chatham County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Pond 17 in the Snoflo app
Save this dam as a favorite and get the local NOAA / yr.no forecast plus regional flow context wherever you are.
About Pond 17
Where does the data for Pond 17 come from?
Structural and regulatory data come from the U.S. Army Corps of Engineers' National Inventory of Dams (NID). Weather forecast comes from NOAA / yr.no -- the same feed Snoflo's iOS app uses.
How often is the report updated?
NID structural data refreshes annually as the Corps publishes updated assessments. The weather forecast refreshes throughout the day.
What does the Low hazard rating mean?
The Corps of Engineers' hazard potential classification grades probable consequences if the dam fails: High = probable loss of human life; Significant = no probable loss of human life but possible economic loss / environmental damage; Low = no probable loss of human life, only minor economic / environmental losses. See the Dam Data Reference card above for the full definitions.
What's "% of normal"?
The current storage value compared to the historical average storage on this calendar day. 100% = right on average; values above 100% mean above-normal storage (wet year); values below mean below-normal (dry year or drought).
Can I get alerts when storage crosses a threshold?
Yes -- alerts are managed in the Snoflo iOS app. Favorite this dam, set a threshold, and you'll get a push the moment conditions cross.
Other water bodies near here
Snoflo-tracked reservoirs and dams within driving distance of Pond 17 .