Interstate Paper Company Effluent Holding Pond A Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 15, 2025

Interstate Paper Company Effluent Holding Pond A, located in Liberty, Georgia, was designed by RUST ENGINEERING in 1965 for a private owner.


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Summary

This earth dam structure stands at a height of 7 feet and has a length of 5200 feet, with a storage capacity of 312 acre-feet. While it is not regulated by the state, it undergoes regular inspections, with the last inspection taking place in April 2016. The dam is classified as low hazard potential and is deemed to have a moderate risk level.

Even though the dam is uncontrolled in terms of spillways and outlet gates, its overall condition has not been officially rated. The pond's primary purpose is listed as "Other," with no specific details provided on its usage. The risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans for the facility appear to be lacking, raising concerns about its ability to withstand potential hazards or emergencies. Despite its unknown impact on the surrounding environment and water resources, the Interstate Paper Company Effluent Holding Pond A remains a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts in the Savannah District.

Year Completed

1965

Dam Length

5200

Dam Height

7

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

21

Drainage Area

21

Nid Storage

312

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

7
       
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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.