Fitzgerald Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Fitzgerald Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 135 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02675 |
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
Graham, W. L.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fitzgerald Pond Dam?
Fitzgerald 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 Fitzgerald Pond Dam?
Fitzgerald Pond Dam is owned by Graham, W. L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Fitzgerald Pond Dam?
Fitzgerald Pond 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 Fitzgerald Pond Dam?
Fitzgerald Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Fitzgerald Pond Dam last inspected?
Fitzgerald Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.