Kicklighters Pond Dam

DELBOS BAY· Tattnall, Georgia· Built 1945· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kicklighters Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA)
Dam Length1,700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage100 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
Drainage Area1,240 sq mi
Year Completed1945 (81 years old)
NID IDGA03214

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: June 1, 2010
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Kicklighter, John D.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kicklighters Pond Dam?

Kicklighters 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 Kicklighters Pond Dam?

Kicklighters Pond Dam is owned by Kicklighter, John D. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Kicklighters Pond Dam built?

Kicklighters Pond Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Kicklighters Pond Dam?

Kicklighters 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 Kicklighters Pond Dam?

Kicklighters Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Kicklighters Pond Dam last inspected?

Kicklighters Pond Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2010. 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.