P. K. Newton Pond

UNKNOWN· Screven, Georgia· Built 1960· Earth· 17 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

P. K. Newton Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA)
Dam Length235 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage143 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
Drainage Area385 sq mi
Year Completed1960 (66 years old)
NID IDGA00871

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 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Newton, Paul

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of P. K. Newton Pond?

P. K. Newton 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 P. K. Newton Pond?

P. K. Newton Pond is owned by Newton, Paul (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was P. K. Newton Pond built?

P. K. Newton Pond was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 P. K. Newton Pond?

P. K. Newton Pond 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 P. K. Newton Pond?

P. K. Newton Pond has a dam height of 17 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 P. K. Newton Pond last inspected?

P. K. Newton Pond was last inspected on March 1, 2018. 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.