Lilly Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lilly Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 885 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 466 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 179 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 55 acres |
| Drainage Area | 830 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04852 |
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
Lilly Farm LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lilly Pond Dam?
Lilly 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 Lilly Pond Dam?
Lilly Pond Dam is owned by Lilly Farm LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lilly Pond Dam built?
Lilly Pond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Lilly Pond Dam?
Lilly 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 Lilly Pond Dam?
Lilly Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Lilly Pond Dam last inspected?
Lilly Pond Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.