Pond 17

Tr-Unnamed Creek· Evans, Georgia· Built 1968· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Fish And Wildlife Pond Federal Government

Key Takeaway

Pond 17 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA)
Dam Length400 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage102 acre-ft
Normal Storage80 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area1 sq mi
Max Discharge40 cfs
Year Completed1968 (58 years old)
NID IDGA08222

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 17?

Pond 17 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 17?

Pond 17 is owned by Fort Stewart (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Pond 17 built?

Pond 17 was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 17?

Pond 17 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 17?

Pond 17 has a dam height of 12 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 17 last inspected?

Pond 17 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.