Ga Power Plant Arkwright Ash Pond # 2 Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Ga Power Plant Arkwright Ash Pond # 2 is a private-owned structure located in Bibb, Georgia, with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

This Earth dam, with a height of 33.8 feet and a storage capacity of 79 acre-feet, poses a moderate risk according to the data provided. The structure's hazard potential is currently undetermined, with a condition assessment of "Not Rated."

Despite not being state-regulated, inspected, or permitted, Ga Power Plant Arkwright Ash Pond # 2 serves as a recreational area in Georgia. The dam's spillway type is labeled as "Uncontrolled," and it has uncontrolled outlet gates. The last inspection of this structure dates back to February 2005, and its emergency action plan status is listed as unknown.

For water resource and climate enthusiasts, Ga Power Plant Arkwright Ash Pond # 2 presents an intriguing case of an unregulated Earth dam used for recreational purposes in Georgia. With a moderate risk assessment and limited information on hazard potential and emergency preparedness, this structure raises questions about its safety and compliance with regulations. Further investigation may be needed to fully understand the implications of this dam on water resources and the surrounding environment.

Dam Height

33.8

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

6

Nid Storage

79

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

34
       
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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.