Pond 28 dam
Pond 28
Pond 28, also known as Dogwood Lake, is a Federal-owned recreational water resource located in Hinesville, Georgia. Managed by the US Army, this earth dam structure was completed in 1986 and serves multiple purposes including fish and wildlife habitat and recreation. With a maximum storage capacity of 255 acre-feet and a normal storage of 222 acre-feet, Pond 28 covers a surface area of 33 acres and is fed by the Tr-Canoochee River.
Despite having a low hazard potential, Pond 28 has a moderate risk assessment rating, indicating some level of potential risk. The dam has a structural height of 21 feet and a hydraulic height of 18 feet, with an uncontrolled spillway system in place. Regular inspections are conducted every four years to ensure the safety and integrity of the structure. While the overall condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Available," emergency action plans have been prepared and updated in accordance with guidelines.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find Pond 28 to be a fascinating example of a man-made ecosystem designed for both recreational and environmental purposes. Its location in Liberty County, Georgia, within close proximity to the Tr-Canoochee River, offers a unique opportunity to observe the intersection of human engineering with natural water systems. The management of this pond by the US Army showcases the importance of sustainable water resource practices in maintaining the health and viability of aquatic habitats in the region.
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 28 -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Peacock Creek At Mcintosh | 4 cfs | → |
| Black Creek Near Blitchton | 1 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River Near Eden | 496 cfs | → |
| Canoochee River Near Claxton | 2 cfs | → |
| Altamaha River At Doctortown | 5,740 cfs | → |
| Savannah River At Ga 25 | 36,400 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Pond 28 .
Boat launches
- Lesa Street Hinesville
- River View Drive Richmond Hill
- Scott Stell Park Drive Chatham County
- Pig Farm Landing
- Cypress Street Wayne County
- Georgetown
Campgrounds
- Holbrook Pond Military - Fort Stewart
- Holbrook Pond Campground
- Fort Mcallister State Park
- Lotts Island Army Airfield Rv Military - Hunter Aaf
- Gordonia-Alatamaha State Park
Fishing spots
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Track Pond 28 in the Snoflo app
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About Pond 28
Where does the data for Pond 28 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 28 .