J. R. Holder
Key Takeaway
J. R. Holder is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 525 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 43 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 90 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05873 |
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
J.R. Holder
Private
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What is the hazard classification of J. R. Holder?
J. R. Holder 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 J. R. Holder?
J. R. Holder is owned by J.R. Holder (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was J. R. Holder built?
J. R. Holder was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 J. R. Holder?
J. R. Holder serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is J. R. Holder?
J. R. Holder has a dam height of 29 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.