Adel Pond Dam

BREASTWORKS BRANCH· Early, Georgia· Built 1977· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Adel Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length360 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage189 acre-ft
Normal Storage42 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area3,220 sq mi
Year Completed1977 (49 years old)
NID IDGA03542

Safety Information

Low Hazard

No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 21, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

SINGLETARY PROPERTIES LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Adel Pond Dam?

Adel Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Adel Pond Dam?

Adel Pond Dam is owned by SINGLETARY PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Adel Pond Dam built?

Adel Pond Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

What is the primary purpose of Adel Pond Dam?

Adel Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Adel Pond Dam?

Adel Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.

When was Adel Pond Dam last inspected?

Adel Pond Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.