Bateman Peach Orchard Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bateman Peach Orchard Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 81 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03284 |
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
Macon - Bibb County Industrial Authority
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bateman Peach Orchard Pond Dam?
Bateman Peach Orchard 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 Bateman Peach Orchard Pond Dam?
Bateman Peach Orchard Pond Dam is owned by Macon - Bibb County Industrial Authority (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Bateman Peach Orchard Pond Dam?
Bateman Peach Orchard 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 Bateman Peach Orchard Pond Dam?
Bateman Peach Orchard Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Bateman Peach Orchard Pond Dam last inspected?
Bateman Peach Orchard Pond Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.