Nord Impound #2 Dam
Key Takeaway
Nord Impound #2 Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 71 ft (taller than 98.6% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 2,015 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.6K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 4.6K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 191 acres |
| Drainage Area | 782 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05049 |
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
Imerys Kaolin Inc. C/O George Benio
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Nord Impound #2 Dam?
Nord Impound #2 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 Nord Impound #2 Dam?
Nord Impound #2 Dam is owned by Imerys Kaolin Inc. C/O George Benio (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Nord Impound #2 Dam built?
Nord Impound #2 Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Nord Impound #2 Dam?
Nord Impound #2 Dam serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Nord Impound #2 Dam?
Nord Impound #2 Dam has a dam height of 71 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 Nord Impound #2 Dam last inspected?
Nord Impound #2 Dam was last inspected on December 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.