Quitman Disposal Pond Dam

UNKNOWN· Brooks, Georgia· Built 1953· Earth· 11 ft tall
Low Hazard Other Local Government

Key Takeaway

Quitman Disposal Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is other.

Physical Details

Dam Height 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA)
Dam Length3,900 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage147 acre-ft
Normal Storage79 acre-ft
Surface Area20 acres
Drainage Area20 sq mi
Max Discharge147 cfs
Year Completed1953 (73 years old)
NID IDGA03945

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: January 17, 2018
State Regulated: No

Ownership

City of Quitman

Local Government

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Quitman Disposal Pond Dam?

Quitman Disposal 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 Quitman Disposal Pond Dam?

Quitman Disposal Pond Dam is owned by City of Quitman (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

When was Quitman Disposal Pond Dam built?

Quitman Disposal Pond Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Quitman Disposal Pond Dam?

Quitman Disposal Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.

How tall is Quitman Disposal Pond Dam?

Quitman Disposal Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Quitman Disposal Pond Dam last inspected?

Quitman Disposal Pond Dam was last inspected on January 17, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.