Pierson Lake Dam #2

Echeconnee Creek· Monroe, Georgia· Earth· 25 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Pierson Lake Dam #2 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA)
Dam Length290 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage176 acre-ft
Normal Storage104 acre-ft
Surface Area13 acres
Drainage Area175 sq mi
NID IDGA04974

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: June 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Pierson, J. J.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pierson Lake Dam #2?

Pierson Lake Dam #2 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 Pierson Lake Dam #2?

Pierson Lake Dam #2 is owned by Pierson, J. J. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Pierson Lake Dam #2?

Pierson Lake Dam #2 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 Pierson Lake Dam #2?

Pierson Lake Dam #2 has a dam height of 25 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 Pierson Lake Dam #2 last inspected?

Pierson Lake Dam #2 was last inspected on June 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.