Indian Ford Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Indian Ford Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,020 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 192 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 505 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02704 |
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
Ga. Dept. of Corrections - Indian Ford Farm
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Indian Ford Pond Dam?
Indian Ford 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 Indian Ford Pond Dam?
Indian Ford Pond Dam is owned by Ga. Dept. of Corrections - Indian Ford Farm (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Indian Ford Pond Dam built?
Indian Ford Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Indian Ford Pond Dam?
Indian Ford 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 Indian Ford Pond Dam?
Indian Ford 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 Indian Ford Pond Dam last inspected?
Indian Ford Pond Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.