Collins Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Toombs, Georgia· Earth· 23 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA)
Dam Length555 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage127 acre-ft
Normal Storage108 acre-ft
Surface Area10 acres
NID IDGA05029

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 1, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Howard Kaufold

Private

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City of Vidalia Pond Dam

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Collins Pond Dam?

Collins 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 Collins Pond Dam?

Collins Pond Dam is owned by Howard Kaufold (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Collins Pond Dam?

Collins 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 Collins Pond Dam?

Collins Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Collins Pond Dam last inspected?

Collins Pond Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2017. 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.