Pollard Lake Dam Reservoir Report
Nearby: Cleggs Lake Dam Flanders Lake Dam
Last Updated: December 5, 2025
Pollard Lake Dam, located in Wheeler, Georgia, is a private earth dam standing at a height of 17 feet along Eddards Creek.
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Summary
This structure serves a primary purpose not specified in the data, with a maximum storage capacity of 103 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 44 acre-feet. The dam, which spans 700 feet in length, features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates. Despite being unlisted as a state-regulated facility, the dam undergoes state inspections every five years, with the last assessment conducted in July 2016.
With a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3, Pollard Lake Dam maintains a relatively stable condition that has not been formally rated. While the dam lacks an emergency action plan (EAP) and inundation maps, it meets inspection guidelines and is equipped with emergency contacts. The risk management measures and any potential risk characterization remain unspecified in the available data. Situated within the Savannah District jurisdiction, this dam under private ownership stands as a point of interest for water resource and climate enthusiasts seeking to understand the infrastructure's role in local watershed management and flood control efforts.
Dam Length |
700 |
Dam Height |
17 |
River Or Stream |
EDDARDS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
8 |
Nid Storage |
103 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
17 |
Seasonal Comparison
Weather Forecast
Nearby Streamflow Levels
Oconee River Near Mount Vernon
|
2230cfs |
Turnpike Creek Near Mcrae
|
0cfs |
Ocmulgee River At Lumber City
|
2080cfs |
Altamaha River Near Baxley
|
3480cfs |
Oconee River At Dublin
|
2420cfs |
Ohoopee River Near Reidsville
|
105cfs |
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.
Pollard Lake Dam