Buddy's Pond Dam Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Buddy's Pond Dam, also known as Singletary North Lake Dam, is a private Earth dam located in Blakely, Georgia, along Temple Creek.


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Summary

Standing at a height of 14.2 feet with a hydraulic height of 13.3 feet, this structure serves as a vital water resource in the area. With a storage capacity of 204 acre-feet and a surface area of 22 acres, it plays a crucial role in managing water levels and ensuring a stable water supply for the surrounding environment.

Despite being unregulated by the state, Buddy's Pond Dam poses a low hazard potential and has not been rated for its condition. However, regular inspections are conducted, with the last one taking place in June 2016. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, further emphasizing its simple yet effective design. While the risk assessment deems it as moderate, the structure continues to play a significant role in water management within the region.

With its strategic location and moderate risk profile, Buddy's Pond Dam stands as a testament to the importance of proper water resource management in the face of changing climatic conditions. As enthusiasts of water resources and climate, understanding the role of such structures in maintaining environmental balance and water sustainability is crucial for ensuring the resilience of communities in the face of climate challenges.

Dam Length

336

Dam Height

14.2

River Or Stream

TEMPLE CREEK

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

22

Hydraulic Height

13.3

Nid Storage

204

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

14
       
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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.