Plant Waste Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Plant Waste Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 275 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06994 |
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
Engelhard Corporation Pigment & Additives Division
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Plant Waste Pond Dam?
Plant Waste 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 Plant Waste Pond Dam?
Plant Waste Pond Dam is owned by Engelhard Corporation Pigment & Additives Division (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Plant Waste Pond Dam?
Plant Waste Pond Dam has a dam height of 27 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.