Limestone Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Limestone Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 381 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,300 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02921 |
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
Washington County
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Limestone Pond Dam?
Limestone 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 Limestone Pond Dam?
Limestone Pond Dam is owned by Washington County (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Limestone Pond Dam built?
Limestone Pond Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Limestone Pond Dam?
Limestone 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 Limestone Pond Dam?
Limestone Pond Dam has a dam height of 24 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.