Beaver Pond

UNKNOWN· Berrien, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation State Government

Key Takeaway

Beaver Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA)
Dam Length690 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage152 acre-ft
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area116 sq mi
Year Modified1993
NID IDGA03982

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: May 17, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

State of Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division

State Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Beaver Pond?

Beaver Pond 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 Beaver Pond?

Beaver Pond is owned by State of Georgia Department of Natural Resources, Wildlife Resources Division (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Beaver Pond?

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

How tall is Beaver Pond?

Beaver Pond has a dam height of 20 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 Beaver Pond last inspected?

Beaver Pond was last inspected on May 17, 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.