Berger Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Berger Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 125 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 517 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04739 |
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
Berger, Arthur L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Berger Pond Dam?
Berger 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 Berger Pond Dam?
Berger Pond Dam is owned by Berger, Arthur L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Berger Pond Dam built?
Berger Pond Dam 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 Berger Pond Dam?
Berger Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Berger Pond Dam?
Berger Pond Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Berger Pond Dam last inspected?
Berger Pond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.