Griffin Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Cook, Georgia· Built 1956· Earth· 21 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Griffin Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA)
Dam Length720 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage84 acre-ft
Normal Storage74 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area75 sq mi
Year Completed1956 (70 years old)
NID IDGA03432

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 1, 1984
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Wiggins, Tim

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Griffin Pond Dam?

Griffin 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 Griffin Pond Dam?

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

When was Griffin Pond Dam built?

Griffin Pond Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Griffin Pond Dam?

Griffin 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 Griffin Pond Dam?

Griffin Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Griffin Pond Dam last inspected?

Griffin Pond Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1984. 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.