Piedmont Dam 6a
Key Takeaway
Piedmont Dam 6a is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 106 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 331 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA10005 |
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
US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE
Federal Government
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Unknown 20 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Piedmont Dam 6a?
Piedmont Dam 6a 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 Piedmont Dam 6a?
Piedmont Dam 6a is owned by US FISH AND WILDLIFE SERVICE (Federal Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Piedmont Dam 6a built?
Piedmont Dam 6a was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Piedmont Dam 6a?
Piedmont Dam 6a serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Piedmont Dam 6a?
Piedmont Dam 6a has a dam height of 21 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 Piedmont Dam 6a last inspected?
Piedmont Dam 6a was last inspected on October 7, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.