Pettit
Key Takeaway
Pettit is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 15 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05807 |
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
E. R. Pettit
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pettit?
Pettit 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 Pettit?
Pettit is owned by E. R. Pettit (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pettit built?
Pettit was completed in 1970, making it 56 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 Pettit?
Pettit serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pettit?
Pettit has a dam height of 31 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.