Gordy Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gordy Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1920 and is 106 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 290 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,280 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1920 (106 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02847 |
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
Chattahoochee County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Gordy Pond Dam?
Gordy 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 Gordy Pond Dam?
Gordy Pond Dam is owned by Chattahoochee County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gordy Pond Dam built?
Gordy Pond Dam was completed in 1920, making it 106 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 Gordy Pond Dam?
Gordy 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 Gordy Pond Dam?
Gordy Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Gordy Pond Dam last inspected?
Gordy Pond Dam was last inspected on October 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.