City of Monticello Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
City of Monticello Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 775 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 370 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 23 acres |
| Drainage Area | 395 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04540 |
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
City of Monticello
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of City of Monticello Reservoir Dam?
City of Monticello Reservoir 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 City of Monticello Reservoir Dam?
City of Monticello Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Monticello (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was City of Monticello Reservoir Dam built?
City of Monticello Reservoir Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 City of Monticello Reservoir Dam?
City of Monticello Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is City of Monticello Reservoir Dam?
City of Monticello Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 31 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 City of Monticello Reservoir Dam last inspected?
City of Monticello Reservoir Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.