Pope Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Pope Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 39 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 350 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04322 |
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
Pope, Leonard
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Pope Pond Dam?
Pope 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 Pope Pond Dam?
Pope Pond Dam is owned by Pope, Leonard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Pope Pond Dam built?
Pope Pond Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Pope Pond Dam?
Pope Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Pope Pond Dam?
Pope Pond Dam has a dam height of 13 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.