Watkins Pond Dam

ROUNDTREE BRANCH· Burke, Georgia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Fire Protection Stock Or Small Fish Pond Private

Key Takeaway

Watkins Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.

Physical Details

Dam Height 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA)
Dam Length450 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage94 acre-ft
Normal Storage51 acre-ft
Surface Area12 acres
NID IDGA04021

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: December 1, 1989
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Taylor-Hulse Dry Cleaning & Laundry Centers, Inc.

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Watkins Pond Dam?

Watkins 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 Watkins Pond Dam?

Watkins Pond Dam is owned by Taylor-Hulse Dry Cleaning & Laundry Centers, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Watkins Pond Dam?

Watkins Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Watkins Pond Dam?

Watkins Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Watkins Pond Dam last inspected?

Watkins Pond Dam was last inspected on December 1, 1989. 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.