Beegle Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Beegle Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 650 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 975 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03230 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Paces South Farms & Lands LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beegle Pond Dam?
Beegle 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 Beegle Pond Dam?
Beegle Pond Dam is owned by Paces South Farms & Lands LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beegle Pond Dam built?
Beegle Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Beegle Pond Dam?
Beegle Pond Dam 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 Beegle Pond Dam?
Beegle Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Beegle Pond Dam last inspected?
Beegle Pond Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.