Morrison Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Morrison Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 182 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03125 |
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
Morrison, Jarrett Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Morrison Pond Dam?
Morrison 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 Morrison Pond Dam?
Morrison Pond Dam is owned by Morrison, Jarrett Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Morrison Pond Dam built?
Morrison Pond Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Morrison Pond Dam?
Morrison 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 Morrison Pond Dam?
Morrison Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Morrison Pond Dam last inspected?
Morrison Pond Dam was last inspected on September 7, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.