Canoe Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 6, 2025

Canoe Pond Dam, located in the Canoe Pond Environs of Georgia, was completed in 1928 with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This earth dam, standing at a height of 12 feet, has a hydraulic height of 11 feet and a length of 460 feet, creating a reservoir with a storage capacity of 1438 acre-feet. The dam, built by designer EDENFIELD, is situated on the Reedy Creek and is regulated by the state with inspections carried out regularly.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential, Canoe Pond Dam poses a moderate risk due to its condition assessment not being rated. The dam, with a surface area of 128 acres and a drainage area of 5330 acres, has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Although the last inspection was conducted in May 2016 and the dam meets the state jurisdiction requirements, it does not have a state permit for operation or enforcement measures in place.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Canoe Pond Dam offers a glimpse into the intersection of human intervention and natural hydrological systems. With its recreational purpose and historical significance dating back nearly a century, this dam serves as a vital piece of infrastructure in the Canoe Pond area, providing both opportunities for leisure and challenges in terms of risk management and maintenance.

Year Completed

1928

Dam Length

460

Dam Height

12

River Or Stream

REEDY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

128

Hydraulic Height

11

Drainage Area

5330

Nid Storage

1438

Structural Height

11

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

12
       
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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.
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