Gaskins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gaskins Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| NID ID | GA03936 |
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
Gaskins, B. B.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gaskins Pond Dam?
Gaskins 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 Gaskins Pond Dam?
Gaskins Pond Dam is owned by Gaskins, B. B. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Gaskins Pond Dam?
Gaskins 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 Gaskins Pond Dam?
Gaskins Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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.