Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 4,500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04178 |
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
City of Grovetown
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam?
Grovetown Wastewater 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 Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam?
Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam is owned by City of Grovetown (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam built?
Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam?
Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam?
Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam last inspected?
Grovetown Wastewater Pond Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.