Neal Youman Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Neal Youman Pond Dam, located in Wayne County, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam with a primary purpose of recreation.


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Summary

Built in 1978 by the Soil Conservation Service (SCS), this dam stands at a height of 33 feet and spans 420 feet in length, creating a storage capacity of 210 acre-feet. The dam overlooks the Oglethorpe Branch river and covers a surface area of 12 acres, providing a serene recreational spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to enjoy.

Despite being classified as having a low hazard potential and not yet rated for condition assessment, Neal Youman Pond Dam is inspected every 5 years to ensure its safety and integrity. The dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlets gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While not under the jurisdiction of the state regulatory agency, the dam is subject to regular inspections to uphold safety standards and protect the surrounding area from potential flooding. With its scenic location and recreational offerings, Neal Youman Pond Dam is a hidden gem for outdoor enthusiasts seeking a peaceful escape in Georgia's countryside.

Year Completed

1978

Dam Length

420

Dam Height

33

River Or Stream

OGLETHORPE BRANCH

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

12

Drainage Area

755

Nid Storage

210

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

33
       
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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.