Pond 1

Tri-Beards Creek· Long, Georgia· Built 1964· Earth· 22 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Pond 1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA)
Dam Length1,250 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage730 acre-ft
Normal Storage649 acre-ft
Surface Area82 acres
Drainage Area1,216 sq mi
Year Completed1964 (62 years old)
Year Modified1997
NID IDGA01715

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: Yes
Last Inspection: March 4, 2023
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Fort Stewart

Federal Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Pond 1?

Pond 1 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 Pond 1?

Pond 1 is owned by Fort Stewart (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pond 1 built?

Pond 1 was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Pond 1?

Pond 1 serves the following purposes: Recreation, Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Pond 1?

Pond 1 has a dam height of 22 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 Pond 1 last inspected?

Pond 1 was last inspected on March 4, 2023. 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.