Hawks Landing Pond
Key Takeaway
Hawks Landing Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1987 and is 39 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,850 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 188 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Year Completed | 1987 (39 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04965 |
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
Dykes, John
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hawks Landing Pond?
Hawks Landing Pond 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 Hawks Landing Pond?
Hawks Landing Pond is owned by Dykes, John (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hawks Landing Pond built?
Hawks Landing Pond was completed in 1987, making it 39 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 Hawks Landing Pond?
Hawks Landing Pond 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 Hawks Landing Pond?
Hawks Landing Pond 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 Hawks Landing Pond last inspected?
Hawks Landing Pond was last inspected on August 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.