Griffin Pond Dam Reservoir Report
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Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Griffin Pond Dam, located in Lenox, Georgia, was completed in 1956 and stands at a height of 20.6 feet.
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Summary
The dam serves primarily for recreation purposes, with a storage capacity of 84 acre-feet and a surface area of 8 acres. Despite being privately owned, the dam is not regulated by the state and has a low hazard potential, making it a relatively safe structure.
Designed by Pinkey Griffin, the dam is classified as an Earth-type structure with a Buttress core. It features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no associated locks. The dam's condition has not been rated since its last inspection in 1984, but it is considered to have a moderate risk level. While Griffin Pond Dam may not be a high-profile structure, its presence in the community provides opportunities for recreational activities and adds to the local landscape.
Although the dam has not undergone recent inspections or assessments, its low hazard potential and moderate risk level suggest that it continues to function safely. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find Griffin Pond Dam to be an interesting case study due to its unique design features and historical significance in the region. As stakeholders monitor the dam's condition and potential risks, it remains a valuable asset for both recreation and water management in Cook County, Georgia.
Year Completed |
1956 |
Dam Length |
720 |
Dam Height |
20.6 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Hydraulic Height |
20 |
Drainage Area |
75 |
Nid Storage |
84 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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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.
Griffin Pond Dam