Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1
Key Takeaway
Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 281 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 51 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04917 |
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
Southern Company Services
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1?
Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1 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 Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1?
Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1 is owned by Southern Company Services (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1?
Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1 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 Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1?
Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1 has a dam height of 23 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 Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1 last inspected?
Plant Mitchell - Ash Pond #1 was last inspected on June 13, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.