Willow Pond Dam

PELHAM CREEK· Fayette, Georgia· Built 1939· Earth· 9 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Willow Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1939 and is 87 years old. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA)
Dam Length220 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage115 acre-ft
Normal Storage56 acre-ft
Surface Area19 acres
Drainage Area2,025 sq mi
Year Completed1939 (87 years old)
NID IDGA01392

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: July 17, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mrs. Alicia Alvarez

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Willow Pond Dam?

Willow 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 Willow Pond Dam?

Willow Pond Dam is owned by Mrs. Alicia Alvarez (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Willow Pond Dam built?

Willow Pond Dam was completed in 1939, making it 87 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 Willow Pond Dam?

Willow 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 Willow Pond Dam?

Willow Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Willow Pond Dam last inspected?

Willow Pond Dam was last inspected on July 17, 2015. 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.