Whittmer Pond Dam

BIG BATTLEGROUND CREEK· Johnson, Georgia· Built 1944· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Whittmer Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1944 and is 82 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length620 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage237 acre-ft
Normal Storage110 acre-ft
Surface Area22 acres
Drainage Area1,400 sq mi
Year Completed1944 (82 years old)
NID IDGA03261

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: March 13, 2014
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Fmha

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Whittmer Pond Dam?

Whittmer 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 Whittmer Pond Dam?

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

When was Whittmer Pond Dam built?

Whittmer Pond Dam was completed in 1944, making it 82 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 Whittmer Pond Dam?

Whittmer 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 Whittmer Pond Dam?

Whittmer Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Whittmer Pond Dam last inspected?

Whittmer Pond Dam was last inspected on March 13, 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.