Itt Rayonier Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Ben Hill, Georgia· Built 1957· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Itt Rayonier Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1957 and is 69 years old.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length540 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage152 acre-ft
Normal Storage96 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area460 sq mi
Year Completed1957 (69 years old)
NID IDGA02943

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: October 17, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Rayonier Atlantic Timber Co.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Itt Rayonier Pond Dam?

Itt Rayonier 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 Itt Rayonier Pond Dam?

Itt Rayonier Pond Dam is owned by Rayonier Atlantic Timber Co. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Itt Rayonier Pond Dam built?

Itt Rayonier Pond Dam was completed in 1957, making it 69 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.

How tall is Itt Rayonier Pond Dam?

Itt Rayonier Pond Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Itt Rayonier Pond Dam last inspected?

Itt Rayonier Pond Dam was last inspected on October 17, 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.