Gross Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Gross Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 294 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03349 |
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
Gross, O. S.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gross Pond Dam?
Gross 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 Gross Pond Dam?
Gross Pond Dam is owned by Gross, O. S. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Gross Pond Dam built?
Gross Pond Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Gross Pond Dam?
Gross 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 Gross Pond Dam?
Gross Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Gross Pond Dam last inspected?
Gross Pond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.