Gainey Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Grady, Georgia· Earth· 19 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Gainey Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA)
Dam Length470 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage127 acre-ft
Normal Storage66 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area220 sq mi
NID IDGA03553

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 30, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Gainey, Sidney and Chad

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gainey Pond Dam?

Gainey 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 Gainey Pond Dam?

Gainey Pond Dam is owned by Gainey, Sidney and Chad (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Gainey Pond Dam?

Gainey Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Gainey Pond Dam?

Gainey Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Gainey Pond Dam last inspected?

Gainey Pond Dam was last inspected on November 30, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.