Willow Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Willow Pond Dam, located in Fayetteville, Georgia, stands as a testament to the importance of water resources and climate management in the region.


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Summary

Built in 1939 by designer W. E. Strother, this private-owned Earth dam serves primarily for recreation purposes along Pelham Creek. With a modest height of 9.4 feet and a storage capacity of 115 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 18.5 acres within a drainage area of 2025 acres.

Despite its low hazard potential, Willow Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection in July 2015 revealed that the dam is currently not regulated by the state, although it is subject to periodic inspections. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam poses a moderate risk level, emphasizing the need for ongoing monitoring and risk management measures.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts, the data on Willow Pond Dam highlights the critical role that infrastructure plays in balancing recreational needs with environmental considerations. By understanding the design and purpose of structures like this, we can appreciate the delicate equilibrium required to sustainably manage water resources and mitigate potential risks in the face of changing climate conditions.

Year Completed

1939

Dam Length

220

Dam Height

9.4

River Or Stream

PELHAM CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

18.5

Hydraulic Height

8.6

Drainage Area

2025

Nid Storage

115

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

9
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.