Lower Dale Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Dale Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,400 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 127 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| NID ID | GA05212 |
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
Marjorie W. Dale
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Dale Pond Dam?
Lower Dale 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 Lower Dale Pond Dam?
Lower Dale Pond Dam is owned by Marjorie W. Dale (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lower Dale Pond Dam?
Lower Dale 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 Lower Dale Pond Dam?
Lower Dale Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Lower Dale Pond Dam last inspected?
Lower Dale Pond Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.