Eason Big Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Appling, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Eason Big 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 Length610 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage280 acre-ft
Normal Storage154 acre-ft
Surface Area24 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03373

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: April 20, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Eason, Ms.Molton (Charlotte)

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Eason Big Pond Dam?

Eason Big 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 Eason Big Pond Dam?

Eason Big Pond Dam is owned by Eason, Ms.Molton (Charlotte) (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Eason Big Pond Dam?

Eason Big 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 Eason Big Pond Dam?

Eason Big 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 Eason Big Pond Dam last inspected?

Eason Big Pond Dam was last inspected on April 20, 2016. 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.