Carson Sands
Key Takeaway
Carson Sands is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 315 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05803 |
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
Carson Sands
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Carson Sands?
Carson Sands 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 Carson Sands?
Carson Sands is owned by Carson Sands (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Carson Sands built?
Carson Sands was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Carson Sands?
Carson Sands serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Carson Sands?
Carson Sands has a dam height of 13 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.