Lower Leitner Pond

Sandy Run Creek· Richmond, Georgia· Built 1907· Earth· 8 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Lower Leitner Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1907 and is 119 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA)
Dam Length695 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Normal Storage89 acre-ft
Surface Area25 acres
Year Completed1907 (119 years old)
Year Modified1994
NID IDGA07165

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: March 28, 2021
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Fort Eisenhower

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lower Leitner Pond?

Lower Leitner Pond 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 Lower Leitner Pond?

Lower Leitner Pond is owned by Fort Eisenhower (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Lower Leitner Pond built?

Lower Leitner Pond was completed in 1907, making it 119 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 Lower Leitner Pond?

Lower Leitner Pond serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Lower Leitner Pond?

Lower Leitner Pond has a dam height of 8 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 Lower Leitner Pond last inspected?

Lower Leitner Pond was last inspected on March 28, 2021. 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.