J. R. Holder Reservoir Report
Nearby: J. R. Holder's Dam Leverette Dam
Last Updated: December 15, 2025
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Summary
R. Holder is a privately owned earth dam located in Milledgeville, Georgia, along Beaverdam Creek. Built in 1965 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this dam serves primarily as a Fish and Wildlife Pond, with additional purposes including Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, and Recreation. Standing at a height of 29 feet and a length of 525 feet, this dam has a storage capacity of 43 acre-feet and a low hazard potential rating.
With a drainage area of 0.09 square miles, J. R. Holder has a maximum discharge capacity of 90 cubic feet per second and features an uncontrolled spillway with a width of 40 feet. Despite its moderate risk assessment level of 3, the condition assessment for this dam is currently listed as "Not Available." Emergency action plans and risk management measures are also not documented for this structure, highlighting potential areas of improvement in terms of safety and maintenance. Water resource and climate enthusiasts may find J. R. Holder to be an intriguing case study for understanding the management of dams and the importance of proactive maintenance and monitoring in safeguarding water resources.
Year Completed |
1965 |
Dam Length |
525 |
Dam Height |
29 |
River Or Stream |
Beaverdam Creek |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.09 |
Nid Storage |
43 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
29 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Little River Near Eatonton
|
86cfs |
Murder Creek Below Eatonton
|
55cfs |
Ocmulgee River Near Jackson
|
543cfs |
Falling Creek Near Juliette
|
14cfs |
Alcovy River Below Covington
|
109cfs |
Oconee River At Milledgeville
|
521cfs |
Dam Data Reference
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.
J. R. Holder
Nf Boundary To Glenwood Springs/Lake Sinclair