Game Farm Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 13, 2025

Game Farm Pond Dam, located in Coosa, Georgia, was completed in 1959 and serves as a recreational spot for water enthusiasts in the area.


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Summary

This private earth dam, with a height of 18 feet and a hydraulic height of 14.5 feet, holds a storage capacity of 68.6 acre-feet and covers a surface area of 7.3 acres. Despite its uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam is classified with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment.

Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, Game Farm Pond Dam has not been state regulated or inspected, with no enforcement or permitting required. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, but it is deemed to meet guidelines for emergency action plans. With its primary purpose being recreation, the dam provides a tranquil setting for outdoor activities while also serving as a source of moderate risk in terms of its management and safety measures.

Although Game Farm Pond Dam does not pose a significant threat, its presence adds to the diverse water resource landscape in Floyd County, Georgia. With its historical significance dating back to the late 1950s, the dam continues to attract visitors seeking leisure and adventure in its scenic surroundings. The dam's unique design and purpose make it a noteworthy feature for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in exploring Georgia's reservoirs and recreational sites.

Year Completed

1959

Dam Length

540

Dam Height

18

River Or Stream

Unknown

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

7.3

Hydraulic Height

14.5

Nid Storage

68.6

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

18
       
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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.