Lazy Acres Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Lazy Acres Pond Dam, also known as Hays Pond Dam, is a private earth dam located in the Newton County of Georgia.


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Summary

Built in 1970, this dam serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a surface area of 29 acres for visitors to enjoy. The dam has a height of 27 feet and a hydraulic height of 23 feet, with a length of 405 feet and a storage capacity of 871 acre-feet.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Lazy Acres Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and is considered to have a moderate risk level. Although the dam is not currently state-regulated, it undergoes inspections every 5 years to ensure its structural integrity. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlets, adding to its charm as a leisure destination for water resource and climate enthusiasts.

Surrounded by the scenic Glass Creek, Lazy Acres Pond Dam offers a peaceful retreat for locals and tourists alike, with its idyllic setting and recreational opportunities. While the dam's condition is currently not rated, its historical significance and contribution to the local landscape make it a noteworthy landmark for those interested in water resource management and climate sustainability.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

405

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

GLASS CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

29

Hydraulic Height

23

Nid Storage

871

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

27
       
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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.