L. O. Peebles Reservoir Report
Nearby: Morrison Pond Dam Holt Pond Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
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Summary
O. Peebles is a private fish and wildlife pond located in Wilcox, Georgia, near the Tr-Alapaha River. Constructed in 1977 by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, this earth dam stands at 24 feet high and stretches 840 feet in length, providing a maximum storage capacity of 114 acre-feet. The primary purpose of this dam is for fish and wildlife conservation, with additional benefits for irrigation.
Despite its low hazard potential, L. O. Peebles poses a moderate risk due to its condition assessment being unavailable. The spillway type is labeled as 'uncontrolled' with a width of 30 feet, indicating that the dam may have limited capacity during heavy rain events. While no inspection frequency is specified, the dam's emergency action plan status and risk assessment are also listed as not available, suggesting potential areas for improvement in terms of safety and preparedness measures.
For water resource and climate enthusiasts, L. O. Peebles offers a unique insight into private conservation efforts in Georgia. With its focus on fish and wildlife preservation and irrigation support, this dam serves as an important resource for the local ecosystem. However, the lack of available information on its condition assessment and emergency preparedness highlights the need for continued monitoring and maintenance to ensure the safety and sustainability of this critical water infrastructure.
Year Completed |
1977 |
Dam Length |
840 |
Dam Height |
24 |
River Or Stream |
Tr- Alapaha R |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Drainage Area |
0.08 |
Nid Storage |
114 |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Nid Height |
24 |
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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.
L. O. Peebles