Don Glisson Dam
Key Takeaway
Don Glisson Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2004 and is 22 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 0 cfs |
| Year Completed | 2004 (22 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05687 |
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
Don Glisson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Don Glisson Dam?
Don Glisson 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 Don Glisson Dam?
Don Glisson Dam is owned by Don Glisson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Don Glisson Dam built?
Don Glisson Dam was completed in 2004, making it 22 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 Don Glisson Dam?
Don Glisson Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Don Glisson Dam?
Don Glisson Dam has a dam height of 11 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.