Gary Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Butler Lake Dam Pebble Creek Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Gary Pond Dam, located in Thomasville, Georgia, serves as a recreational destination along Wards Creek.
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Summary
This privately-owned structure, primarily used for recreation, is an earth dam with a buttress core type and stands at a height of 19.5 feet, with a hydraulic height of 18.6 feet. The dam boasts a storage capacity of 904 acre-feet, with a normal storage of 490 acre-feet and a surface area of 70 acres.
Although the dam has a low hazard potential, it is not currently rated for its condition. However, it undergoes inspections every 5 years, with the last inspection conducted in July 2019. In case of emergencies, there is an uncontrolled spillway type and outlet gates. Despite its moderate risk assessment level, with a DSAC assigned date currently unknown, Gary Pond Dam remains a popular spot for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking outdoor recreational opportunities in the picturesque setting of Thomasville, Georgia.
Dam Length |
1560 |
Dam Height |
19.5 |
River Or Stream |
Wards Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
70 |
Hydraulic Height |
18.6 |
Nid Storage |
904 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
20 |
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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.
Gary Pond Dam