Georgia John Farms Dam
Key Takeaway
Georgia John Farms Dam is classified as low hazard in Michigan. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 50.6% in MI) |
| Dam Length | 1,640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 348 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 45 acres |
| Drainage Area | 7 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,125 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | MI00463 |
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
Robert Clark
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Georgia John Farms Dam?
Georgia John Farms 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 Georgia John Farms Dam?
Georgia John Farms Dam is owned by Robert Clark (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Georgia John Farms Dam built?
Georgia John Farms Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Georgia John Farms Dam?
Georgia John Farms 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 Georgia John Farms Dam?
Georgia John Farms Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Georgia John Farms Dam last inspected?
Georgia John Farms Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.