Trapnell Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Bulloch, Georgia· Built 1940· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Trapnell Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA)
Dam Length1,670 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage271 acre-ft
Normal Storage84 acre-ft
Surface Area28 acres
Drainage Area295 sq mi
Year Completed1940 (86 years old)
NID IDGA03287

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: November 1, 2004
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Lurie Trapnell Estate

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Trapnell Pond Dam?

Trapnell 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 Trapnell Pond Dam?

Trapnell Pond Dam is owned by Lurie Trapnell Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Trapnell Pond Dam built?

Trapnell Pond Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Trapnell Pond Dam?

Trapnell 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 Trapnell Pond Dam?

Trapnell Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Trapnell Pond Dam last inspected?

Trapnell Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. 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.