Neal Youman Pond Dam

OGLETHORPE BRANCH· Wayne, Georgia· Built 1978· Earth· 33 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Neal Youman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA)
Dam Length420 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage210 acre-ft
Normal Storage144 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area755 sq mi
Year Completed1978 (48 years old)
NID IDGA04709

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: April 19, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Youman, Neal F.

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Neal Youman Pond Dam?

Neal Youman 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 Neal Youman Pond Dam?

Neal Youman Pond Dam is owned by Youman, Neal F. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Neal Youman Pond Dam built?

Neal Youman Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Neal Youman Pond Dam?

Neal Youman 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 Neal Youman Pond Dam?

Neal Youman Pond Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Neal Youman Pond Dam last inspected?

Neal Youman Pond Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2016. 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.