Holt Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Morrison Pond Dam L. O. Peebles
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Holt Pond Dam in Wilcox, Georgia, stands as a private recreational structure completed in 1965, with a primary purpose of providing leisure opportunities for visitors.
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Summary
The earth dam, standing at a height of 8 feet and a length of 1695 feet, holds a maximum storage capacity of 81 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 56 acre-feet. Situated on an 85-acre drainage area, the dam poses a low hazard potential and has not undergone a recent condition assessment.
Despite not being state-regulated or regularly inspected, Holt Pond Dam remains a focal point for outdoor enthusiasts in the Pitts Environs area. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam offers a serene 19-acre surface area for recreational activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation. While the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk, the dam continues to provide a safe and enjoyable environment for visitors to appreciate the intersection of water resources and climate in this picturesque setting.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
1695 |
Dam Height |
8 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
19 |
Drainage Area |
85 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
8 |
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Condition Assessment
SatisfactoryNo 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
HighDams 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.
Holt Pond Dam