Moore Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Moore Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,425 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 309 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 195 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 26 acres |
| Drainage Area | 380 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 309 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02946 |
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
Wildwood Property Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Moore Pond Dam?
Moore 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 Moore Pond Dam?
Moore Pond Dam is owned by Wildwood Property Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Moore Pond Dam built?
Moore Pond Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Moore Pond Dam?
Moore 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 Moore Pond Dam?
Moore Pond Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Moore Pond Dam last inspected?
Moore Pond Dam was last inspected on January 10, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.