Donaldson Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Candler, Georgia· Built 1956· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Donaldson Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA)
Dam Length900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage97 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area245 sq mi
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDGA02639

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 1, 2001
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Donaldson, Solomon

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Donaldson Pond Dam?

Donaldson 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 Donaldson Pond Dam?

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

When was Donaldson Pond Dam built?

Donaldson Pond Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Donaldson Pond Dam?

Donaldson 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 Donaldson Pond Dam?

Donaldson Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Donaldson Pond Dam last inspected?

Donaldson Pond Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2001. 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.