James Gaston Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
James Gaston Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 207 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 86 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03190 |
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
James Gaston, Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Gaston Pond Dam?
James Gaston 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 James Gaston Pond Dam?
James Gaston Pond Dam is owned by James Gaston, Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James Gaston Pond Dam built?
James Gaston Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 James Gaston Pond Dam?
James Gaston 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 James Gaston Pond Dam?
James Gaston 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 James Gaston Pond Dam last inspected?
James Gaston Pond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.