Ramsey Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Ramsey Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 550 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05794 |
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
Jack Ramsey
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ramsey Pond Dam?
Ramsey 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 Ramsey Pond Dam?
Ramsey Pond Dam is owned by Jack Ramsey (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ramsey Pond Dam built?
Ramsey Pond Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Ramsey Pond Dam?
Ramsey Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ramsey Pond Dam?
Ramsey Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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.