Ray Family Old Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Ray Family Old Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 75 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02587 |
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
White Oak Creek Lp
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ray Family Old Pond Dam?
Ray Family Old 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 Ray Family Old Pond Dam?
Ray Family Old Pond Dam is owned by White Oak Creek Lp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ray Family Old Pond Dam built?
Ray Family Old Pond Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Ray Family Old Pond Dam?
Ray Family Old 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 Ray Family Old Pond Dam?
Ray Family Old Pond Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Ray Family Old Pond Dam last inspected?
Ray Family Old Pond Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2005. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.