Mohawk Waste Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Laurens, Georgia· Earth· 10 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Private

Key Takeaway

Mohawk Waste Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA)
Dam Length3,350 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage150 acre-ft
Normal Storage35 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA03163

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: November 1, 2004
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mohawk Commercial Carpet

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Mohawk Waste Pond Dam?

Mohawk Waste 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 Mohawk Waste Pond Dam?

Mohawk Waste Pond Dam is owned by Mohawk Commercial Carpet (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Mohawk Waste Pond Dam?

Mohawk Waste Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Mohawk Waste Pond Dam?

Mohawk Waste Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Mohawk Waste Pond Dam last inspected?

Mohawk Waste Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.