Engelhard Technical Center Dam
Key Takeaway
Engelhard Technical Center Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 21 acres |
| Drainage Area | 795 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02907 |
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
BASF Corp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Engelhard Technical Center Dam?
Engelhard Technical Center 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 Engelhard Technical Center Dam?
Engelhard Technical Center Dam is owned by BASF Corp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Engelhard Technical Center Dam built?
Engelhard Technical Center Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Engelhard Technical Center Dam?
Engelhard Technical Center 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 Engelhard Technical Center Dam?
Engelhard Technical Center 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.
When was Engelhard Technical Center Dam last inspected?
Engelhard Technical Center Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.