Childs Pond Dam

ROCKY CREEK· Lamar, Georgia· Built 1954· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Childs Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA)
Dam Length245 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage448 acre-ft
Normal Storage273 acre-ft
Surface Area30 acres
Drainage Area780 sq mi
Year Completed1954 (72 years old)
NID IDGA01049

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: September 4, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Dr. W. B. Childs Estate

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Childs Pond Dam?

Childs 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 Childs Pond Dam?

Childs Pond Dam is owned by Dr. W. B. Childs Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Childs Pond Dam built?

Childs Pond Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Childs Pond Dam?

Childs 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 Childs Pond Dam?

Childs Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Childs Pond Dam last inspected?

Childs Pond Dam was last inspected on September 4, 2014. 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.