City of Washington Settling Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
City of Washington Settling Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 25 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04685 |
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 Washington
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of City of Washington Settling Pond Dam?
City of Washington Settling 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 City of Washington Settling Pond Dam?
City of Washington Settling Pond Dam is owned by City of Washington (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of City of Washington Settling Pond Dam?
City of Washington Settling Pond 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 Washington Settling Pond Dam?
City of Washington Settling Pond 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.
When was City of Washington Settling Pond Dam last inspected?
City of Washington Settling Pond Dam was last inspected on September 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.