Hendrix Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hendrix Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 580 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 104 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 285 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03078 |
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
Anderson- Hendrix Family Partnership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hendrix Pond Dam?
Hendrix 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 Hendrix Pond Dam?
Hendrix Pond Dam is owned by Anderson- Hendrix Family Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hendrix Pond Dam built?
Hendrix Pond Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Hendrix Pond Dam?
Hendrix 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 Hendrix Pond Dam?
Hendrix Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Hendrix Pond Dam last inspected?
Hendrix Pond Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.