Hedleys Pond

Bull Creek· Muscogee, Georgia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Significant Hazard Recreation Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Hedleys Pond is classified as significant hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length600 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage282 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
NID IDGA01709

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: March 1, 2023
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Fort Moore

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Hedleys Pond?

Hedleys Pond is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Hedleys Pond?

Hedleys Pond is owned by Fort Moore (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Hedleys Pond?

Hedleys Pond 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 Hedleys Pond?

Hedleys Pond has a dam height of 25 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 Hedleys Pond last inspected?

Hedleys Pond was last inspected on March 1, 2023. 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.