Adel Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Adel Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 189 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 3,220 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03542 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
SINGLETARY PROPERTIES LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Adel Pond Dam?
Adel Pond Dam is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Adel Pond Dam?
Adel Pond Dam is owned by SINGLETARY PROPERTIES LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Adel Pond Dam built?
Adel Pond Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Adel Pond Dam?
Adel Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Adel Pond Dam?
Adel Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.
When was Adel Pond Dam last inspected?
Adel Pond Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.