Boddiford Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Screven, Georgia· Built 1960· Earth· 16 ft tall
Unknown Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Boddiford Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage79 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDGA03278

Safety Information

Unknown

Hazard potential has not been determined.

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

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Boddiford, Joseph K Jr

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Boddiford Pond Dam?

Boddiford Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Boddiford Pond Dam?

Boddiford Pond Dam is owned by Boddiford, Joseph K Jr (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Boddiford Pond Dam built?

Boddiford Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Boddiford Pond Dam?

Boddiford 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 Boddiford Pond Dam?

Boddiford Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Boddiford Pond Dam last inspected?

Boddiford Pond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2018. 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.