Saul Pond Dam

SANDY RUN CREEK· Richmond, Georgia· Earth· 12 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Saul Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA)
Dam Length656 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage102 acre-ft
Normal Storage45 acre-ft
Surface Area18 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA02250

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: April 1, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Glenn E. Rhoder

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Saul Pond Dam?

Saul 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 Saul Pond Dam?

Saul Pond Dam is owned by Glenn E. Rhoder (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Saul Pond Dam?

Saul 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 Saul Pond Dam?

Saul Pond Dam 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 Saul Pond Dam last inspected?

Saul Pond Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2014. 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.