Pollard Lumber Co. Lk Dam # 3 (Lower) Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Pollard Lumber Co.


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Summary

Lk Dam #3 (Lower) is a privately owned recreational dam located in Columbia, Georgia. Built by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam has a height of 27 feet and a hydraulic height of 28 feet, providing a storage capacity of 594 acre-feet. With a spillway type of 'Uncontrolled', this dam poses a low hazard potential and has a moderate risk assessment.

Despite being state regulated and inspected, Pollard Lumber Co. Lk Dam #3 (Lower) has not been rated for its condition assessment. The last inspection took place in August 2017, with a scheduled inspection frequency of 5 years. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, it serves as a popular recreational spot in the area, offering a surface area of 40 acres for water enthusiasts to enjoy.

Overall, Pollard Lumber Co. Lk Dam #3 (Lower) provides a valuable recreational resource for the community, with a focus on water-based activities. While it has a moderate risk assessment, the dam's low hazard potential and regular inspections contribute to its safe operation for visitors. As a privately owned structure, it plays a crucial role in managing water resources and supporting outdoor recreation in the region.

Dam Length

885

Dam Height

27

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

40

Hydraulic Height

28

Nid Storage

594

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

28
       
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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.