Asb Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Asb Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 37 ft (taller than 89.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 9,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 82 acres |
| Drainage Area | 92 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04228 |
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
Georgia-Pacific Cedar Springs, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Asb Pond Dam?
Asb 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 Asb Pond Dam?
Asb Pond Dam is owned by Georgia-Pacific Cedar Springs, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Asb Pond Dam built?
Asb Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Asb Pond Dam?
Asb Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Asb Pond Dam?
Asb Pond Dam has a dam height of 37 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 Asb Pond Dam last inspected?
Asb Pond Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.