Favors Dam
Key Takeaway
Favors Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 100 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02658 |
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
Cogar, Patricia Favors
Private
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Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Favors Dam?
Favors 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 Favors Dam?
Favors Dam is owned by Cogar, Patricia Favors (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Favors Dam built?
Favors Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Favors Dam?
Favors Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Favors Dam?
Favors Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Favors Dam last inspected?
Favors Dam was last inspected on January 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.