Buddy's Pond Dam

TEMPLE CREEK· Early, Georgia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Buddy's Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length336 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage204 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA07561

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

Mill Place LLC & RCS and Associates, LP

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Buddy's Pond Dam?

Buddy's 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 Buddy's Pond Dam?

Buddy's Pond Dam is owned by Mill Place LLC & RCS and Associates, LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Buddy's Pond Dam?

Buddy's 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 Buddy's Pond Dam last inspected?

Buddy's 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.