Reject Pond Dam No. 5
Key Takeaway
Reject Pond Dam No. 5 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is tailings.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,800 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05238 |
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
Unimin Corp
Private
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Low Hazard 40 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Reject Pond Dam No. 5?
Reject Pond Dam No. 5 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 Reject Pond Dam No. 5?
Reject Pond Dam No. 5 is owned by Unimin Corp (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Reject Pond Dam No. 5 built?
Reject Pond Dam No. 5 was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Reject Pond Dam No. 5?
Reject Pond Dam No. 5 serves the following purposes: Tailings. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Reject Pond Dam No. 5?
Reject Pond Dam No. 5 has a dam height of 31 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 Reject Pond Dam No. 5 last inspected?
Reject Pond Dam No. 5 was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.