Lester Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lester Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 880 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 62 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 430 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03081 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Earl Lester Estate
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lester Pond Dam?
Lester 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 Lester Pond Dam?
Lester Pond Dam is owned by Earl Lester Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lester Pond Dam built?
Lester Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Lester Pond Dam?
Lester 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 Lester Pond Dam?
Lester Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Lester Pond Dam last inspected?
Lester Pond Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.