Durrence Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Durrence Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1900 and is 126 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 920 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,480 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1900 (126 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03309 |
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
The Durances Estate
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Durrence Pond Dam?
Durrence 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 Durrence Pond Dam?
Durrence Pond Dam is owned by The Durances Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Durrence Pond Dam built?
Durrence Pond Dam was completed in 1900, making it 126 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 Durrence Pond Dam?
Durrence Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Durrence Pond Dam?
Durrence Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Durrence Pond Dam last inspected?
Durrence Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.