Nessmith Pond Dam, located in Bulloch, Georgia, was completed in 1944 with a primary purpose of recreation. This private dam, standing at 10 feet in height and spanning 750 feet in length, holds a storage capacity of 120 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 17 acres. The dam's design, classified as an Earth dam with a Buttress core, boasts an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates.
Despite being rated as having a low hazard potential, Nessmith Pond Dam has a moderate risk assessment and has not been inspected since October 2004. The dam is not state-regulated and does not have a state permit, although it is subject to state inspection. As a popular recreational spot, the dam's condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," but its risk management measures and emergency action plan statuses are unclear. With its picturesque setting and historical significance, Nessmith Pond Dam remains a notable landmark for water resource and climate enthusiasts alike in the region.
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