Claxton Sewage Treatment Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Claxton Sewage Treatment Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 3,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 16 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03672 |
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 Claxton
Local Government
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Low Hazard 13 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Claxton Sewage Treatment Pond Dam?
Claxton Sewage Treatment 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 Claxton Sewage Treatment Pond Dam?
Claxton Sewage Treatment Pond Dam is owned by City of Claxton (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Claxton Sewage Treatment Pond Dam built?
Claxton Sewage Treatment Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Claxton Sewage Treatment Pond Dam?
Claxton Sewage Treatment 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 Claxton Sewage Treatment Pond Dam?
Claxton Sewage Treatment Pond Dam has a dam height of 20 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.