Lower Deloach Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Deloach Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 165 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,200 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03286 |
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
H. M. Deloach Estate
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Deloach Pond Dam?
Lower Deloach 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 Deloach Pond Dam?
Lower Deloach Pond Dam is owned by H. M. Deloach Estate (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Deloach Pond Dam built?
Lower Deloach Pond Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Lower Deloach Pond Dam?
Lower Deloach 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 Deloach Pond Dam?
Lower Deloach 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 Lower Deloach Pond Dam last inspected?
Lower Deloach Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2000. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.