Morgans Pond Dam dam
Morgans Pond Dam
Morgans Pond Dam in Effingham, Georgia, stands as a testament to early 20th-century engineering, having been completed in 1926 with a primary purpose of recreation. This earth dam, with a height of 10 feet and a hydraulic height of 11 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 205 acre-feet and a normal storage of 154 acre-feet. The dam spans a length of 600 feet and is situated on the Horning Swamp, contributing to a surface area of 12 acres.
Despite being privately owned and not federally regulated, Morgans Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. With a condition assessment of "Not Rated" and the last inspection conducted in March 2016, the dam's emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures are currently unspecified. The dam's design as a buttress earth structure with uncontrolled spillways and outlets adds to its historical and recreational significance within the MORGANS POND ENVIRONS.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Morgans Pond Dam offers a glimpse into Georgia's early water management practices and the delicate balance between preservation and recreation. The dam's location on the Horning Swamp, its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, and its moderate risk level present opportunities for further study and monitoring in the context of changing climate patterns and evolving dam safety protocols. As a privately owned structure with a rich history dating back to the early 20th century, Morgans Pond Dam invites exploration and appreciation for its engineering marvels and environmental impact in the Effingham County landscape.
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 Morgans Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Ogeechee River Near Eden | 2,470 cfs | → |
| Black Creek Near Blitchton | 27 cfs | → |
| Abercorn Cr (Water Intake) Nr Savannah | 2,510 cfs | → |
| Savannah River At Ga 25 | 24,200 cfs | → |
| Savannah River Near Port Wentworth | 8,950 cfs | → |
| Ebenezer Creek At Springfield | 5 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Morgans Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Greenfield Court Pooler
- Us 80;Ga 26 Pooler
- Scott Stell Park Drive Chatham County
- Houlihan Boat Ramp
- Silk Hope Road 5320, Savannah
- Millstone Landing
Campgrounds
- Lotts Island Army Airfield Rv Military - Hunter Aaf
- Fort Mcallister State Park
- Holbrook Pond Military - Fort Stewart
- Holbrook Pond Campground
- Skidaway Island State Park
- Rivers End City Park
Track Morgans Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Morgans Pond Dam
Where does the data for Morgans 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 Morgans Pond Dam.