Gary Pond Dam

Wards Creek· Thomas, Georgia· Earth· 20 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Gary 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 Length1,560 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage904 acre-ft
Normal Storage490 acre-ft
Surface Area70 acres
NID IDGA04997

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: July 10, 2019
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Millpond I LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gary Pond Dam?

Gary 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 Gary Pond Dam?

Gary Pond Dam is owned by Millpond I LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gary Pond Dam?

Gary 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 Gary Pond Dam?

Gary 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 Gary Pond Dam last inspected?

Gary Pond Dam was last inspected on July 10, 2019. 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.