Cabanes Dam
Key Takeaway
Cabanes Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 109 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 300 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05908 |
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
Mr. Cabanes
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Cabanes Dam?
Cabanes 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 Cabanes Dam?
Cabanes Dam is owned by Mr. Cabanes (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Cabanes Dam built?
Cabanes Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Cabanes Dam?
Cabanes Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Cabanes Dam?
Cabanes Dam has a dam height of 28 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.