Pierce Pond Dam

FALLING WATER BRANCH· Screven, Georgia· Built 1955· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pierce Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA)
Dam Length700 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage187 acre-ft
Normal Storage68 acre-ft
Surface Area17 acres
Drainage Area1,708 sq mi
Year Completed1955 (71 years old)
NID IDGA00863

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

Rook, Charles & Billie

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pierce Pond Dam?

Pierce 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 Pierce Pond Dam?

Pierce Pond Dam is owned by Rook, Charles & Billie (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pierce Pond Dam built?

Pierce Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Pierce Pond Dam?

Pierce 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 Pierce Pond Dam?

Pierce Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Pierce Pond Dam last inspected?

Pierce Pond Dam 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.