Payne Pond Dam

Name unknown· Webster, Georgia· Built 1950· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Local Government

Key Takeaway

Payne Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length510 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage201 acre-ft
Normal Storage115 acre-ft
Surface Area21 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Year Completed1950 (76 years old)
NID IDGA02899

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: September 25, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Webster County

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Payne Pond Dam?

Payne 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 Payne Pond Dam?

Payne Pond Dam is owned by Webster County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Payne Pond Dam built?

Payne Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Payne Pond Dam?

Payne Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Payne Pond Dam?

Payne Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Payne Pond Dam last inspected?

Payne Pond Dam was last inspected on September 25, 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.