Marvin Lewis Pond
Key Takeaway
Marvin Lewis Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 150 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05711 |
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
Marvin Lewis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Marvin Lewis Pond?
Marvin Lewis Pond 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 Marvin Lewis Pond?
Marvin Lewis Pond is owned by Marvin Lewis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Marvin Lewis Pond built?
Marvin Lewis Pond was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Marvin Lewis Pond?
Marvin Lewis Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Marvin Lewis Pond?
Marvin Lewis Pond has a dam height of 15 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.