Beall Pond Dam 1
Key Takeaway
Beall Pond Dam 1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 415 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 299 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02817 |
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
Thomas Family Properties LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beall Pond Dam 1?
Beall Pond Dam 1 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 Beall Pond Dam 1?
Beall Pond Dam 1 is owned by Thomas Family Properties LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beall Pond Dam 1 built?
Beall Pond Dam 1 was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Beall Pond Dam 1?
Beall Pond Dam 1 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Beall Pond Dam 1?
Beall Pond Dam 1 has a dam height of 30 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 Beall Pond Dam 1 last inspected?
Beall Pond Dam 1 was last inspected on October 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.