Bland Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Bland Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,175 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00248 |
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
O'barr Family Partnership,L.P.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Bland Pond Dam?
Bland 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 Bland Pond Dam?
Bland Pond Dam is owned by O'barr Family Partnership,L.P. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bland Pond Dam built?
Bland Pond Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Bland Pond Dam?
Bland 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 Bland Pond Dam?
Bland Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Bland Pond Dam last inspected?
Bland Pond Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.