Rays Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Thompson Lake Dam Sheffield Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 12, 2025
Rays Pond Dam, located in Arlington, Georgia, serves as a crucial recreational resource for the local community.
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Summary
This private-owned earth dam stands at a height of 7.2 feet and has a primary purpose of providing recreational opportunities for visitors. Situated along Mill Creek, the dam offers a serene escape for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy activities such as fishing, boating, and wildlife observation in a picturesque setting.
Despite its low hazard potential, Rays Pond Dam has a moderate risk assessment of 3, indicating the need for careful monitoring and management measures. While the dam is not currently rated for its condition, it remains an essential part of the local landscape, providing both leisure and potential water storage capacity. As a popular spot for outdoor recreation, the dam continues to be a valuable asset for the community and a focal point for those interested in water resource management and climate-related activities in the region.
With its uncontrolled spillway and unlisted foundation type, Rays Pond Dam represents a blend of natural beauty and practical infrastructure. While the dam may not be actively regulated or inspected by state agencies, its role in providing recreational opportunities and potential water storage highlights the importance of balancing human enjoyment with environmental stewardship. For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Rays Pond Dam offers a unique glimpse into the intersection of man-made structures and natural ecosystems, making it a compelling site to visit and explore.
Dam Length |
270 |
Dam Height |
7.2 |
River Or Stream |
MILL CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
18 |
Hydraulic Height |
6.6 |
Nid Storage |
79 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
7 |
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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.
Rays Pond Dam