Petersons Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Petersons Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1956 and is 70 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 198 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1956 (70 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03350 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Peterson, Jim
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Petersons Pond Dam?
Petersons Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Petersons Pond Dam?
Petersons Pond Dam is owned by Peterson, Jim (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Petersons Pond Dam built?
Petersons Pond Dam was completed in 1956, making it 70 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 Petersons Pond Dam?
Petersons 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 Petersons Pond Dam?
Petersons Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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.