Hughes Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Hughes Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 570 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03050 |
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
Hughes, Gregory E.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hughes Pond Dam?
Hughes 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 Hughes Pond Dam?
Hughes Pond Dam is owned by Hughes, Gregory E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hughes Pond Dam built?
Hughes Pond Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Hughes Pond Dam?
Hughes Pond Dam 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 Hughes Pond Dam?
Hughes Pond Dam 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 Hughes Pond Dam last inspected?
Hughes Pond Dam was last inspected on September 1, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.