Reed Creek Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Reed Creek Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 665 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 425 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04161 |
Safety Information
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?
Ownership
Columbia County Board of Commissions
Local Government
Nearby Dams
Bowen Pond Dam
Columbia, GA
Low Hazard 13 ftAug. Canal Left Embkmnt + Structures (Above Bulkhead Structure)
Columbia, GA
Significant Hazard 26 ftAugusta Diversion Dam
Columbia, GA
Significant Hazard 12 ftStevens Creek
Columbia, GA
High Hazard 37 ftLee Lake Dam
Richmond, GA
Low Hazard 26 ftMarvin Mckie Dam
Edgefield, SC
Low Hazard 27 ftLake Aumond Dam
Richmond, GA
High Hazard 18 ftCapers Pond Dam
Edgefield, SC
High Hazard 29 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Reed Creek Pond Dam?
Reed Creek 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 Reed Creek Pond Dam?
Reed Creek Pond Dam is owned by Columbia County Board of Commissions (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reed Creek Pond Dam built?
Reed Creek Pond Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Reed Creek Pond Dam?
Reed Creek Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reed Creek Pond Dam?
Reed Creek Pond Dam 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 Reed Creek Pond Dam last inspected?
Reed Creek Pond Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.