James Hodges Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
James Hodges Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 99 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,080 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03289 |
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
Ray Henley Properties
Private
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What is the hazard classification of James Hodges Pond Dam?
James Hodges 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 Hodges Pond Dam?
James Hodges Pond Dam is owned by Ray Henley Properties (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was James Hodges Pond Dam built?
James Hodges Pond Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Hodges Pond Dam?
James Hodges 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 Hodges Pond Dam?
James Hodges Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Hodges Pond Dam last inspected?
James Hodges Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.