Vernon Pond Dam

Columbia, Georgia· Earth· 29 ft tall

High Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Vernon Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height	29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA)
Dam Type	Earth
Max Storage	25 acre-ft
Normal Storage	20 acre-ft

NID ID	GA07652

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes

Last Inspection: February 2, 2017

State Regulated: Yes

Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Wright, Chris

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Vernon Pond Dam?

Vernon Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Vernon Pond Dam?

Vernon Pond Dam is owned by Wright, Chris (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Vernon Pond Dam?

Vernon 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 Vernon Pond Dam?

Vernon Pond Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Vernon Pond Dam last inspected?

Vernon Pond Dam was last inspected on February 2, 2017. 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.