Gordy Pond Dam dam
Gordy Pond Dam
Gordy Pond Dam, located in Cusseta, Georgia, serves as a vital recreational resource for the local community. Completed in 1920, this earth dam stands at a height of 19.4 feet and has a storage capacity of 101 acre-feet, providing a serene surface area of 8 acres for visitors to enjoy. Situated on Hichitee Creek, the dam offers opportunities for fishing, boating, and other water-based activities, making it a popular destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts.
Despite its age, Gordy Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and is currently rated as "Not Rated" in terms of its condition assessment. Regular inspections are carried out, with the last inspection conducted in October 2017, ensuring the safety and integrity of the structure. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, contributing to its moderate risk assessment level of 3. With a designated emergency action plan and moderate risk management measures in place, Gordy Pond Dam continues to provide a safe and enjoyable experience for visitors seeking to connect with nature and water resources in Chattahoochee, Georgia.
Managed by the local government, Gordy Pond Dam is a testament to the importance of sustainable water resource management and the preservation of natural habitats. As climate change continues to impact water availability and quality, structures like Gordy Pond Dam play a crucial role in maintaining ecological balance and providing recreational opportunities for the community. With a focus on safety, conservation, and recreation, Gordy Pond Dam stands as a symbol of responsible stewardship in the face of evolving environmental challenges.
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 Gordy Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Upatoi Creek Near Columbus | 651 cfs | → |
| Hannahatchee Creek At Union | 84 cfs | → |
| Uchee Creek Near Fort Mitchell | 249 cfs | → |
| Chattahoochee River At Us 280 | 1,990 cfs | → |
| Kinchafoonee Creek At Preston | 287 cfs | → |
| Muckalee Creek Near Americus | 393 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Gordy Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- River Bend Park Road Chattahoochee County
- Chubcreek Road Russell County
- Rood Creek Landing Road Stewart County
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Gordy Pond Dam 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 Gordy Pond Dam
Where does the data for Gordy 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 Gordy Pond Dam.