Big Blundale Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Big Blundale Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 495 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 199 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 455 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03238 |
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
Upwood Investments LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Big Blundale Pond Dam?
Big Blundale 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 Big Blundale Pond Dam?
Big Blundale Pond Dam is owned by Upwood Investments LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Big Blundale Pond Dam?
Big Blundale 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 Big Blundale Pond Dam?
Big Blundale Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Big Blundale Pond Dam last inspected?
Big Blundale Pond Dam was last inspected on January 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.