Ezell Pond Dam

WOLF CREEK· Grady, Georgia· Built 1974· Earth· 30 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Ezell Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA)
Dam Length290 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage59 acre-ft
Normal Storage48 acre-ft
Surface Area5 acres
Drainage Area35 sq mi
Year Completed1974 (52 years old)
NID IDGA01688

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: November 30, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Ezell, Frances

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ezell Pond Dam?

Ezell 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 Ezell Pond Dam?

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

When was Ezell Pond Dam built?

Ezell Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Ezell Pond Dam?

Ezell 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 Ezell Pond Dam?

Ezell Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Ezell Pond Dam last inspected?

Ezell Pond Dam was last inspected on November 30, 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.