Trapnell Pond Dam dam
Trapnell Pond Dam
Located in the Antioch Church Environs of Bulloch, Georgia, the Trapnell Pond Dam stands as a testament to the region's commitment to recreation. Built in 1940, this private-owned Earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, offering a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts. With a height of 10 feet and a length of 1670 feet, Trapnell Pond Dam provides a storage capacity of 271 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 28 acres.
Despite its age, the dam's hazard potential is rated as low, making it a relatively safe structure for visitors to enjoy. While its condition is currently not rated, the dam undergoes inspections every five years to ensure its continued safety and functionality. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, Trapnell Pond Dam remains a popular destination for nature lovers looking to immerse themselves in the tranquility of Georgia's natural landscapes.
With its moderate risk assessment and minimal state regulation, Trapnell Pond Dam offers a unique opportunity for exploration and relaxation in the heart of Bulloch County. As water levels ebb and flow, this Earth dam continues to stand as a symbol of the delicate balance between human intervention and natural preservation, inviting visitors to appreciate the beauty and importance of water resources 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 Trapnell Pond Dam -- inflows here typically show up in storage 24-72 hours later.
| Streamgauge | Discharge | View |
|---|---|---|
| Black Creek Near Blitchton | 1 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River Near Eden | 472 cfs | → |
| Canoochee River Near Claxton | 2 cfs | → |
| Ebenezer Creek At Springfield | 1 cfs | → |
| Ogeechee River At Rocky Ford Rd | 567 cfs | → |
| Savannah River Near Clyo | 5,290 cfs | → |
Make a day of it
Boat launches, lakeside camping, fishing access, and other reservoirs near Trapnell Pond Dam.
Boat launches
- Greenfield Court Pooler
- Tommy Long Road 158, Rincon
- Rahn Station Road Effingham County
- Plant Mcintosh Road Effingham County
- Scott Stell Park Drive Chatham County
- Us 80;Ga 26 Pooler
Campgrounds
Fishing spots
Track Trapnell 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 Trapnell Pond Dam
Where does the data for Trapnell 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 Trapnell Pond Dam.