Athens Motel Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Athens Motel Pond Dam, located in Clarke County, Georgia, was completed in 1955 and serves as a recreational site for water resource and climate enthusiasts.


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Summary

The dam stands at a height of 24.2 feet with a length of 310 feet, creating a storage capacity of 21 acre-feet. With a low hazard potential, the dam is primarily used for recreation purposes and is classified as an Earth dam with Buttress core types.

Although the dam is not regulated by the state and has not been inspected or rated for its condition, it still presents a moderate risk level. Despite the lack of formal assessments, the dam's emergency action plan status, risk management measures, and contact information remain undisclosed. The presence of uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates adds to the dam's unique characteristics, providing both challenges and opportunities for water management in the area.

As water resource and climate enthusiasts continue to explore the Athens Motel Pond Dam, its historical significance and recreational value offer a glimpse into Georgia's diverse landscape. With its uncontrolled spillways and low hazard potential, the dam presents a unique blend of risk and adventure for those interested in exploring water infrastructure and its impact on the environment. While its maintenance and regulatory oversight may be lacking, the dam serves as a reminder of the delicate balance between human development and natural resources in the region.

Year Completed

1955

Dam Length

310

Dam Height

24.2

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

1

Nid Storage

21

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

24
       
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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.