Nevils Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Nevils Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 156 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 120 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03308 |
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
Nevil, Mary, Jane
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nevils Pond Dam?
Nevils 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 Nevils Pond Dam?
Nevils Pond Dam is owned by Nevil, Mary, Jane (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nevils Pond Dam built?
Nevils Pond Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Nevils Pond Dam?
Nevils 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 Nevils Pond Dam?
Nevils Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Nevils Pond Dam last inspected?
Nevils Pond Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.