Dykes Pond Dam

Dodge, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage187 acre-ft
Normal Storage82 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Modified1982
NID IDGA04255

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: December 1, 2004
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Dykes, Clint

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Dykes Pond Dam?

Dykes 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 Dykes Pond Dam?

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

What is the primary purpose of Dykes Pond Dam?

Dykes 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 Dykes Pond Dam?

Dykes Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Dykes Pond Dam last inspected?

Dykes Pond Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2004. 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.