Illges Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Illges Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 430 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 340 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02770 |
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
Des Portes Family Partnership
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Illges Pond Dam?
Illges 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 Illges Pond Dam?
Illges Pond Dam is owned by Des Portes Family Partnership (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Illges Pond Dam built?
Illges Pond Dam was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Illges Pond Dam?
Illges 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 Illges Pond Dam?
Illges Pond Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Illges Pond Dam last inspected?
Illges Pond Dam was last inspected on January 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.