Terrell Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Whigham Pond Dam Bearden Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Terrell Pond Dam, located in Whigham, Georgia, was completed in 1974 and serves as a vital recreational resource for the surrounding community.
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Summary
This private-owned Earth dam stands at a height of 21.6 feet and has a storage capacity of 119 acre-feet, offering opportunities for boating, fishing, and other water-based activities on its 10-acre surface area. Despite being unregulated by the state, the dam undergoes regular inspections to ensure its structural integrity and poses a low hazard potential.
The dam's spillway operates on an uncontrolled basis, and its overall risk assessment is rated as moderate. While the condition of Terrell Pond Dam is currently not rated, its emergency action plan and inundation maps are yet to be prepared, indicating room for improvement in terms of risk management and emergency response. The dam's association with the Savannah District of the US Army Corps of Engineers emphasizes the importance of monitoring and maintaining this key water resource to mitigate potential risks and ensure the safety of downstream communities.
In the midst of growing concerns about climate change and water resource management, Terrell Pond Dam stands as a reminder of the importance of balancing recreational needs with environmental stewardship. Continued efforts to assess and address potential risks, as well as the development of comprehensive emergency action plans, will be crucial in safeguarding this dam and its surrounding areas in the face of evolving climate challenges.
Year Completed |
1974 |
Dam Length |
595 |
Dam Height |
21.6 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
10 |
Hydraulic Height |
19.2 |
Drainage Area |
285 |
Nid Storage |
119 |
Structural Height |
19.2 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
22 |
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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.
Terrell Pond Dam