Old Dismukes Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Old Dismukes Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 375 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 180 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04639 |
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
Hendley, Bobby
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Old Dismukes Pond Dam?
Old Dismukes 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 Old Dismukes Pond Dam?
Old Dismukes Pond Dam is owned by Hendley, Bobby (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Old Dismukes Pond Dam?
Old Dismukes 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 Old Dismukes Pond Dam?
Old Dismukes Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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.