Davis Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Stewart, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Local Government

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage168 acre-ft
Normal Storage99 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area438 sq mi
NID IDGA02883

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: August 20, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Stewart County Board of Commissioners

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Davis Pond Dam?

Davis 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 Davis Pond Dam?

Davis Pond Dam is owned by Stewart County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Davis Pond Dam?

Davis 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 Davis Pond Dam?

Davis Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Davis Pond Dam last inspected?

Davis Pond Dam was last inspected on August 20, 2019. 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.