Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 618 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02959 |
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
Susan V. Daniel
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam?
Elton Veal Irrigation 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 Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam?
Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam is owned by Susan V. Daniel (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam built?
Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam?
Elton Veal Irrigation 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 Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam?
Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam last inspected?
Elton Veal Irrigation Pond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.