Layton Cabin Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Layton Cabin Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 107 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 275 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04642 |
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
Harris & Grace Gladin Cora Lee Layton Trust Howard L. Layton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Layton Cabin Pond Dam?
Layton Cabin 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 Layton Cabin Pond Dam?
Layton Cabin Pond Dam is owned by Harris & Grace Gladin Cora Lee Layton Trust Howard L. Layton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Layton Cabin Pond Dam?
Layton Cabin 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 Layton Cabin Pond Dam?
Layton Cabin Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Layton Cabin Pond Dam last inspected?
Layton Cabin Pond Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.