Neal Youman Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Neal Youman Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 33 ft (taller than 83.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 210 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 144 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 755 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04709 |
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
Youman, Neal F.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Neal Youman Pond Dam?
Neal Youman 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 Neal Youman Pond Dam?
Neal Youman Pond Dam is owned by Youman, Neal F. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Neal Youman Pond Dam built?
Neal Youman Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Neal Youman Pond Dam?
Neal Youman 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 Neal Youman Pond Dam?
Neal Youman Pond Dam has a dam height of 33 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 Neal Youman Pond Dam last inspected?
Neal Youman Pond Dam was last inspected on April 19, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.