Garretts Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Garretts Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02748 |
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
Reis, Mr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Garretts Pond Dam?
Garretts 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 Garretts Pond Dam?
Garretts Pond Dam is owned by Reis, Mr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Garretts Pond Dam?
Garretts 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 Garretts Pond Dam?
Garretts Pond Dam has a dam height of 7 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 Garretts Pond Dam last inspected?
Garretts Pond Dam was last inspected on September 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.