Bird Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bird Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 697 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 59 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA00225 |
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
City of Statesboro
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Bird Pond Dam?
Bird 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 Bird Pond Dam?
Bird Pond Dam is owned by City of Statesboro (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Bird Pond Dam?
Bird Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Bird Pond Dam last inspected?
Bird Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.