Forestry Pond Dam # 1

UNKNOWN· Baldwin, Georgia· Earth· 26 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Forestry Pond Dam # 1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA)
Dam Length790 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage181 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA00299

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 6, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Baldwin Forest Public Fishing Area

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Forestry Pond Dam # 1?

Forestry Pond Dam # 1 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 Forestry Pond Dam # 1?

Forestry Pond Dam # 1 is owned by Baldwin Forest Public Fishing Area (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Forestry Pond Dam # 1?

Forestry Pond Dam # 1 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 Forestry Pond Dam # 1?

Forestry Pond Dam # 1 has a dam height of 26 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 Forestry Pond Dam # 1 last inspected?

Forestry Pond Dam # 1 was last inspected on December 6, 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.