Haygood Pond Dam dam
Haygood Pond Dam
Haygood Pond Dam, located in Monroe, Georgia, stands as a vital structure for recreation enthusiasts and water resource aficionados alike. Built in 1970 with a primary purpose of recreation, this privately owned earth dam boasts a height of 23.6 feet and a length of 345 feet. With a storage capacity of 103.3 acre-feet and a surface area of 9.7 acres, the dam serves as a serene backdrop for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation.
Despite its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, Haygood Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment as of yet. While it lacks state regulation and permitting, the dam undergoes regular inspections since its last assessment in June 2018. With uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, the dam's design remains a subject of intrigue with its stone core and unknown foundation type. The surrounding area, including the city of Dyas, benefits from the recreational opportunities facilitated by this picturesque water feature.
The dam's location in the Mobile District and its affiliation with Congressman Austin Scott (R) add to its historical and political relevance. As climate change continues to impact water resources and infrastructure, Haygood Pond Dam serves as a reminder of the importance of sustainable dam management and the preservation of natural habitats. Whether for leisurely activities or environmental conservation efforts, this dam stands as a testament to the delicate balance between human needs and ecological stewardship in the face of a changing climate.
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 Haygood Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Flint River Near Culloden | 470 cfs | → |
| Tobesofkee Creek Near Macon | 5 cfs | → |
| Falling Creek Near Juliette | 10 cfs | → |
| Ocmulgee River At Macon | 705 cfs | → |
| Shoal Creek At Shoal Creek Rd | 8 cfs | → |
| Flint River Near Griffin | 57 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Haygood Pond Dam.
Campgrounds
- Arrowhead County Park
- Claystone County Park
- High Falls State Park
- Dames Ferry County Park
- Central City Park - State Fairgrounds
- Indian Springs State Park
Fishing spots
- Lake Tobesofkee
- Mccant's Mill Pond
- High Falls Lake
- Indian Springs State Park Lake
- Houston Lake
- Griffin City Reservoir
Track Haygood Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Haygood Pond Dam
Where does the data for Haygood 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 Haygood Pond Dam.