Klondyke Plant Tailings Pond Dam No. 50
Key Takeaway
Klondyke Plant Tailings Pond Dam No. 50 is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 36 ft (taller than 88.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 620 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 214 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 152 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06968 |
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
BASF Corp
Private
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Low Hazard 50 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Klondyke Plant Tailings Pond Dam No. 50?
Klondyke Plant Tailings Pond Dam No. 50 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 Klondyke Plant Tailings Pond Dam No. 50?
Klondyke Plant Tailings Pond Dam No. 50 is owned by BASF Corp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Klondyke Plant Tailings Pond Dam No. 50?
Klondyke Plant Tailings Pond Dam No. 50 has a dam height of 36 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 Klondyke Plant Tailings Pond Dam No. 50 last inspected?
Klondyke Plant Tailings Pond Dam No. 50 was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.