Herrin Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Herrin Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1961 and is 65 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 770 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1961 (65 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02984 |
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
Herrin, Perry
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Herrin Pond Dam?
Herrin 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 Herrin Pond Dam?
Herrin Pond Dam is owned by Herrin, Perry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Herrin Pond Dam built?
Herrin Pond Dam was completed in 1961, making it 65 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 Herrin Pond Dam?
Herrin Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Herrin Pond Dam?
Herrin 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 Herrin Pond Dam last inspected?
Herrin Pond Dam was last inspected on September 9, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.