Dean Scarborough
Key Takeaway
Dean Scarborough is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 110 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 100 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05724 |
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
Dean Scarborough
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dean Scarborough?
Dean Scarborough 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 Dean Scarborough?
Dean Scarborough is owned by Dean Scarborough (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dean Scarborough built?
Dean Scarborough was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Dean Scarborough?
Dean Scarborough serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dean Scarborough?
Dean Scarborough 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.