Balfour Large Pond Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Lake Constance Dam Cheek Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Balfour Large Pond Dam, located in Thomasville, Georgia, was completed in 1987 and serves multiple purposes, including fire protection and as a stock or small fish pond.
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Summary
The dam stands at a height of 35.5 feet with a hydraulic height of 28.6 feet, providing a storage capacity of 1,018 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 605 acre-feet. The surface area of the pond is 55 acres, offering a scenic and functional water resource for the area.
While the dam has an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, its hazard potential is rated as low, with a moderate risk assessment of 3. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, with the last inspection taking place in July 2019. Despite not being state regulated, the dam is under state jurisdiction, with regular inspections conducted to ensure its safety and functionality. Enthusiasts of water resources and climate will appreciate the unique design and purpose of the Balfour Large Pond Dam, which contributes to the local ecosystem and serves as an important feature in the Georgia landscape.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Length |
1005 |
Dam Height |
35.5 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
55 |
Hydraulic Height |
28.6 |
Nid Storage |
1018 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
36 |
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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.
Balfour Large Pond Dam