Railroad Pond Dam dam
Railroad Pond Dam
Railroad Pond Dam, located in Hiltonia, Georgia, was completed in 1976 by the Millhaven Company and serves as a private recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts. This earth dam stands at 16 feet high and stretches 680 feet in length, with a storage capacity of 138 acre-feet. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam is regularly inspected every five years to ensure its structural integrity and safety.
With a drainage area of 490 acres and a surface area of 13 acres, Railroad Pond Dam provides a tranquil setting for outdoor activities such as fishing, boating, and birdwatching. Although the dam is uncontrolled with an unlisted spillway type and outlet gates, it continues to be a popular destination for locals and visitors alike. While the dam is not state-regulated or permitted, it is maintained by private ownership and abides by inspection protocols to mitigate any potential risks.
Overall, Railroad Pond Dam offers a peaceful retreat for nature enthusiasts and recreation seekers in Screven, Georgia. Its moderate risk assessment rating reflects the importance of ongoing monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and enjoyment of all who visit this picturesque water resource. As climate change increasingly impacts water infrastructure, the resilience and upkeep of dams like Railroad Pond Dam are crucial for preserving our natural landscapes and water sources.
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 Railroad Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Brier Creek At Millhaven | 194 cfs | → |
| Beaverdam Creek Near Sardis | 3 cfs | → |
| Savannah R At Burtons Ferry Br Nr Millhaven | 4,700 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd | 513 cfs | → |
| Brier Creek Near Waynesboro | 100 cfs | → |
| Coosawhatchie River Near Hampton | · | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Railroad Pond Dam.
Fishing spots
Track Railroad Pond Dam in the Snoflo app
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About Railroad Pond Dam
Where does the data for Railroad 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 Railroad Pond Dam.