Chastain Meadows Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Chastain Meadows Pond Dam, also known as Proposed Noonday Creek Flood Control Facility No.


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Summary

1, is a local government-owned structure located in Kennesaw, Georgia. This Earth-type dam, designed by Jeff Powers, P.E., stands at a height of 24 feet and spans a length of 950 feet along Noonday Creek. Completed in 2011, the dam serves a primary purpose of flood risk reduction and has a storage capacity of 560 acre-feet.

Despite its low hazard potential, Chastain Meadows Pond Dam has a moderate risk assessment rating. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with a five-year inspection frequency. The condition of the dam is currently not rated, and there is no Emergency Action Plan (EAP) in place. However, the structure meets regulatory guidelines and is under state jurisdiction for inspection and enforcement.

Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the Chastain Meadows Pond Dam can appreciate its role in mitigating flood risks along Noonday Creek. With its strategic design and capacity for flood control, this structure serves as a vital asset in protecting the surrounding community from potential water-related hazards. As efforts continue to monitor and assess the dam's condition, it stands as a testament to proactive infrastructure development in the face of changing environmental conditions.

Year Completed

2011

Dam Length

950

Dam Height

24

River Or Stream

NOONDAY CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Hydraulic Height

24

Nid Storage

560

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.