Kelley Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Turner, Georgia· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

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

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length830 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage225 acre-ft
Normal Storage120 acre-ft
Surface Area23 acres
Drainage Area377 sq mi
NID IDGA05068

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 14, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lynn Kelley (KMC) LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kelley Pond Dam?

Kelley 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 Kelley Pond Dam?

Kelley Pond Dam is owned by Lynn Kelley (KMC) LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kelley Pond Dam?

Kelley 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 Kelley Pond Dam?

Kelley Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Kelley Pond Dam last inspected?

Kelley Pond Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2015. 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.