Georgia Pacific Pond No 7

TR-DABBS BRANCH· Polk, Texas· Built 1995· Earth· 20 ft tall
Significant Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Georgia Pacific Pond No 7 is classified as significant hazard in Texas. It was completed in 1995 and is 31 years old. Its primary use is irrigation. Significant hazard means failure could cause economic or environmental damage. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 20 ft (taller than 33.5% in TX)
Dam Length2,185 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage90 acre-ft
Normal Storage74 acre-ft
Surface Area8 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
Max Discharge364 cfs
Year Completed1995 (31 years old)
NID IDTX07290

Safety Information

Significant Hazard

No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: July 30, 2009
State Regulated: No

Ownership

GEORGIA PACIFIC WOOD PRODUCTS SOUTH LLC

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Georgia Pacific Pond No 7?

Georgia Pacific Pond No 7 is classified as Significant Hazard. No probable loss of human life, but can cause economic loss, environmental damage, or disruption of lifeline facilities. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Georgia Pacific Pond No 7?

Georgia Pacific Pond No 7 is owned by GEORGIA PACIFIC WOOD PRODUCTS SOUTH LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Georgia Pacific Pond No 7 built?

Georgia Pacific Pond No 7 was completed in 1995, making it 31 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 Pacific Pond No 7?

Georgia Pacific Pond No 7 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 Georgia Pacific Pond No 7?

Georgia Pacific Pond No 7 has a dam height of 20 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 Pacific Pond No 7 last inspected?

Georgia Pacific Pond No 7 was last inspected on July 30, 2009. 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.