Laws Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Laws Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 390 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 61 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 235 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA01218 |
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
John Laws
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Laws Pond Dam?
Laws 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 Laws Pond Dam?
Laws Pond Dam is owned by John Laws (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Laws Pond Dam?
Laws 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 Laws Pond Dam?
Laws Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Laws Pond Dam last inspected?
Laws Pond Dam was last inspected on April 21, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.