Fortner Pond Dam

BATTLEGROUND CREEK· Johnson, Georgia· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA)
Dam Length1,050 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage760 acre-ft
Surface Area85 acres
Drainage Area6,950 sq mi
NID IDGA04678

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: March 13, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mapp, Robert L.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Fortner Pond Dam?

Fortner 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 Fortner Pond Dam?

Fortner Pond Dam is owned by Mapp, Robert L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Fortner Pond Dam?

Fortner 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 Fortner Pond Dam?

Fortner Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Fortner Pond Dam last inspected?

Fortner Pond Dam was last inspected on March 13, 2014. 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.