Darby Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Toombs, Georgia· Earth· 14 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area580 sq mi
NID IDGA05031

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

TOOMBS LAND CO LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Darby Pond Dam?

Darby 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 Darby Pond Dam?

Darby Pond Dam is owned by TOOMBS LAND CO LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Darby Pond Dam?

Darby 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 Darby Pond Dam?

Darby 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 Darby Pond Dam last inspected?

Darby 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.