Camp Glisson (Water Supply)
Key Takeaway
Camp Glisson (Water Supply) is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 273 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 16 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 86 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04823 |
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
Board of Camp Glisson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Camp Glisson (Water Supply)?
Camp Glisson (Water Supply) 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 Camp Glisson (Water Supply)?
Camp Glisson (Water Supply) is owned by Board of Camp Glisson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Camp Glisson (Water Supply)?
Camp Glisson (Water Supply) 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 Camp Glisson (Water Supply)?
Camp Glisson (Water Supply) has a dam height of 30 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 Camp Glisson (Water Supply) last inspected?
Camp Glisson (Water Supply) was last inspected on June 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.