Gibraltar Mine Silt Pond Dam

Wilkinson, Georgia· Earth· 35 ft tall
Low Hazard Private

Key Takeaway

Gibraltar Mine Silt Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA)
Dam Length745 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage180 acre-ft
Normal Storage112 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA06971

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 1, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

BASF Corp

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Gibraltar Mine Silt Pond Dam?

Gibraltar Mine Silt 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 Gibraltar Mine Silt Pond Dam?

Gibraltar Mine Silt Pond Dam is owned by BASF Corp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Gibraltar Mine Silt Pond Dam?

Gibraltar Mine Silt Pond Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Gibraltar Mine Silt Pond Dam last inspected?

Gibraltar Mine Silt Pond Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. 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.