Mote Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Mote 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 | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 930 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 213 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01870 |
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
Mote, Jack
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mote Pond Dam?
Mote 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 Mote Pond Dam?
Mote Pond Dam is owned by Mote, Jack (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mote Pond Dam built?
Mote 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 Mote Pond Dam?
Mote 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 Mote Pond Dam?
Mote Pond Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Mote Pond Dam last inspected?
Mote Pond Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.