Rahn Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rahn Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1982 and is 44 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 90 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1982 (44 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04236 |
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
Rahn, W.C. Rahn, W.C.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rahn Pond Dam?
Rahn 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 Rahn Pond Dam?
Rahn Pond Dam is owned by Rahn, W.C. Rahn, W.C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rahn Pond Dam built?
Rahn Pond Dam was completed in 1982, making it 44 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 Rahn Pond Dam?
Rahn Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Rahn Pond Dam?
Rahn Pond Dam has a dam height of 26 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 Rahn Pond Dam last inspected?
Rahn Pond Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.