Plant Yates Ash Pond #3 Dam Reservoir Report
Last Updated: February 22, 2026
Plant Yates Ash Pond #3 Dam, located in Whitesburg, Georgia, is a private-owned structure with a primary purpose classified as 'Other.' This Earth-type dam stands at a height of 24.1 feet and has a hydraulic height of 33.6 feet, with a maximum storage capacity of 738 acre-feet.
Summary
The dam, completed in an unspecified year, spans 735 feet in length and covers a surface area of 23.9 acres.
Despite being under state jurisdiction and regularly inspected, the dam is not state-regulated or permitted. It has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment. The last inspection in February 2017 deemed its condition as 'Not Rated,' highlighting the need for closer monitoring and potential risk management measures to ensure the safety and stability of this essential water resource infrastructure in the face of changing climate conditions.
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Dam Length |
735 |
Dam Height |
24.1 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
23.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
33.6 |
Nid Storage |
738 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
34 |
Seasonal Comparison
5-Day Hourly Forecast Detail
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Chattahoochee River Near Whitesburg
|
4420cfs |
Snake Creek Near Whitesburg
|
20cfs |
Little Tallapoosa River (Us 27) At Carrollton
|
197cfs |
New River At Ga 100
|
277cfs |
Chattahoochee River At Us 27
|
2300cfs |
Chattahoochee River Near Fairburn
|
3550cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
Plant Yates Ash Pond #3 Dam