Freeman Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Freeman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 635 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 344 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 161 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 39 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,334 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00866 |
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
Freeman, James C.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Freeman Pond Dam?
Freeman 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 Freeman Pond Dam?
Freeman Pond Dam is owned by Freeman, James C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Freeman Pond Dam built?
Freeman Pond Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Freeman Pond Dam?
Freeman 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 Freeman Pond Dam?
Freeman Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Freeman Pond Dam last inspected?
Freeman Pond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.