Chappells Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Chappells Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1811 and is 215 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 491 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 8,500 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1811 (215 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00022 |
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
Chappell Mill, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Chappells Pond Dam?
Chappells 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 Chappells Pond Dam?
Chappells Pond Dam is owned by Chappell Mill, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Chappells Pond Dam built?
Chappells Pond Dam was completed in 1811, making it 215 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 Chappells Pond Dam?
Chappells Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Chappells Pond Dam?
Chappells Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Chappells Pond Dam last inspected?
Chappells Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.