Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion
Key Takeaway
Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 80 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 279 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02642 |
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
Harris, Lee Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion?
Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion 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 Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion?
Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion is owned by Harris, Lee Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion built?
Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion?
Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion?
Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion has a dam height of 17 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 Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion last inspected?
Harris Farm Pond Dam Expansion was last inspected on March 22, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.