Boleman Hill Road Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Boleman Hill Road Pond Dam in Reed Creek, Georgia, is a privately-owned Earth dam that was completed in 1989.


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Summary

This dam, with a height of 22 feet and a hydraulic height of 21 feet, serves the primary purpose of providing storage for water resources. It has a storage capacity of 392 acre-feet and a surface area of 38 acres, making it a crucial structure for managing water in the area.

Despite its importance, the dam has been rated as having a high hazard potential and poor condition assessment. Its last inspection in March 2019 revealed concerning findings, prompting a need for regular monitoring and maintenance. The dam is under the regulatory oversight of the GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM, ensuring that necessary inspections and enforcement measures are in place to mitigate risks associated with its operation.

With its location on Reed Creek and the potential impact of a failure on downstream areas, the Boleman Hill Road Pond Dam underscores the critical role of proper infrastructure management in water resource and climate resilience. As water enthusiasts and environmental advocates, it is imperative to stay informed about the condition of such dams and support efforts to ensure their safety and functionality for the community's well-being and ecosystem health.

Year Completed

1989

Dam Length

260

Dam Height

22

River Or Stream

REED CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

38

Hydraulic Height

21

Nid Storage

392

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

High

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

22
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No 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

High
Dams 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.