Oglesby Pond Dam

LOTTS CREEK· Bulloch, Georgia· Built 1920· Earth· 16 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Oglesby Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage1.2K acre-ft
Normal Storage360 acre-ft
Surface Area90 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1920 (106 years old)
NID IDGA00066

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: October 1, 2004
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Reddick Annie L.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Oglesby Pond Dam?

Oglesby 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 Oglesby Pond Dam?

Oglesby Pond Dam is owned by Reddick Annie L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Oglesby Pond Dam built?

Oglesby Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Oglesby Pond Dam?

Oglesby 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 Oglesby Pond Dam?

Oglesby Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Oglesby Pond Dam last inspected?

Oglesby Pond Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2004. 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.