Rosedale Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Rosedale Pond Dam, located in Richmond, Georgia, is a private earth dam primarily used for recreation purposes.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 25.2 feet with a length of 915 feet, the dam has a storage capacity of 237.6 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 129 acre-feet. The dam, constructed on Rocky Creek, features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, making it an ideal spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts to observe the interaction between human-made structures and natural water systems.

Despite its moderate hazard potential and undetermined condition assessment, Rosedale Pond Dam presents an opportunity for further exploration and study. With its unique design of a buttress core and uncontrolled spillway, the dam offers insights into dam construction and management practices. Water resource and climate enthusiasts can appreciate the balance between human recreation needs and the potential risks associated with dam failure, making Rosedale Pond Dam a valuable site for research and education in the field. The dam's location in the Charleston District adds to its appeal as a focal point for understanding the intersection of water management and environmental conservation efforts in the region.

Dam Length

915

Dam Height

25.2

River Or Stream

ROCKY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

16

Nid Storage

237.6

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Undetermined

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

25
       
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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.