Lumber City Oxidation Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

The Lumber City Oxidation Pond Dam, located in Telfair, Georgia, was completed in 1970 and serves as a vital water resource for the local community.


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Summary

Owned by the local government, this earth dam stands at a height of 17 feet and has a hydraulic height of 11 feet, with a storage capacity of 116 acre-feet. The dam's primary purpose is listed as "Other," indicating its role in managing water resources in the area.

Managed by the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers, the Lumber City Oxidation Pond Dam has a low hazard potential and is categorized as having a moderate risk level. Despite not being state-regulated, the dam undergoes regular inspections, with the last one conducted in May 2017. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, this structure plays a crucial role in maintaining the water levels and quality in the region. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, the Lumber City Oxidation Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study of local government ownership and management of essential infrastructure in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

1970

Dam Length

1750

Dam Height

17

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

9

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

10

Nid Storage

116

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

17
       
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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.