Andrews Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Andrews Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 230 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00332 |
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
Andrews, G.R.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Andrews Pond Dam?
Andrews 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 Andrews Pond Dam?
Andrews Pond Dam is owned by Andrews, G.R. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Andrews Pond Dam built?
Andrews Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Andrews Pond Dam?
Andrews 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 Andrews Pond Dam?
Andrews Pond Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Andrews Pond Dam last inspected?
Andrews Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.