Kennedy Pond Dam dam
Kennedy Pond Dam
Kennedy Pond Dam, located in Preston, Georgia, is a local government-owned structure on Mud Creek with a primary purpose of recreation. Completed in 1965, this earth dam stands at a height of 18.3 feet and has a storage capacity of 618.1 acre-feet. While its hazard potential is rated as low and its condition assessment is not rated, the dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its safety and functionality. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its moderate risk level.
The dam's location in Webster County, Georgia, offers a picturesque setting for outdoor enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. With a surface area of 37 acres and a normal storage capacity of 185 acre-feet, Kennedy Pond Dam provides a tranquil recreational oasis for local residents and visitors alike. Despite being unregulated by the state and lacking a formal emergency action plan, the dam's low hazard potential and regular inspections help mitigate risks associated with its operation.
Overall, Kennedy Pond Dam serves as a vital recreational resource in the community, offering a peaceful retreat for nature lovers to appreciate the beauty of Mud Creek and its surrounding ecosystem. While its risk level is moderate, the dam's maintenance and monitoring practices help ensure the safety of both the structure and the individuals who enjoy its recreational offerings. As a significant landmark in Webster County, Kennedy Pond Dam continues to be a cherished site for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking a connection to Georgia's natural landscapes.
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 Kennedy Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston | 82 cfs | → |
| Muckalee Creek Near Americus | 84 cfs | → |
| Hannahatchee Creek At Union | 40 cfs | → |
| Kinchafoonee Creek Near Dawson | 267 cfs | → |
| Upatoi Creek Near Columbus | 261 cfs | → |
| Muckalee Creek At Ga 195 | 219 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Kennedy Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- River Bend Park Road Chattahoochee County
- Rood Creek Landing Road Stewart County
- Chubcreek Road Russell County
Campgrounds
- Riverbend County Park
- Andersonville City Campground
- Bluff Creek
- Florence Marina State Park
- Uchee Creek Military
Fishing spots
Track Kennedy Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Kennedy Pond Dam
Where does the data for Kennedy Pond Dam 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 Kennedy Pond Dam.