Betts Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Betts Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 730 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 54 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 120 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03433 |
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
Windham, Keith and Catherine Kinard, Richard and Barbara Tomberlin, George
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Betts Pond Dam?
Betts 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 Betts Pond Dam?
Betts Pond Dam is owned by Windham, Keith and Catherine Kinard, Richard and Barbara Tomberlin, George (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Betts Pond Dam?
Betts 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 Betts Pond Dam?
Betts Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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.