Griffin Waste Impound Dam
Key Takeaway
Griffin Waste Impound Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,045 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 14 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06975 |
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
BASF Corp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Griffin Waste Impound Dam?
Griffin Waste Impound 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 Griffin Waste Impound Dam?
Griffin Waste Impound Dam is owned by BASF Corp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Griffin Waste Impound Dam?
Griffin Waste Impound Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Griffin Waste Impound Dam last inspected?
Griffin Waste Impound Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.