Mcdaniel Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mcdaniel Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 750 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 145 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 79 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 106 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03623 |
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
Derrell Hampton Vince M. Thompson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mcdaniel Pond Dam?
Mcdaniel 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 Mcdaniel Pond Dam?
Mcdaniel Pond Dam is owned by Derrell Hampton Vince M. Thompson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Mcdaniel Pond Dam?
Mcdaniel Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Mcdaniel Pond Dam?
Mcdaniel Pond Dam 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.
When was Mcdaniel Pond Dam last inspected?
Mcdaniel Pond Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2001. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.