Game Farm Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Game Farm Pond 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 | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 69 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02319 |
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
Floyd County Wildlife Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Game Farm Pond Dam?
Game Farm 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 Game Farm Pond Dam?
Game Farm Pond Dam is owned by Floyd County Wildlife Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Game Farm Pond Dam built?
Game Farm Pond 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 Game Farm Pond Dam?
Game Farm 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 Game Farm Pond Dam?
Game Farm Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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.