Richmond Factory Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Richmond Factory Pond Dam is classified as unknown in Georgia. It was completed in 1850 and is 176 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 406 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 182 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 52 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1850 (176 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00922 |
Safety Information
Hazard potential has not been determined.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Bobby Fulcher, Sr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Richmond Factory Pond Dam?
Richmond Factory Pond Dam is classified as Unknown. Hazard potential has not been determined. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Richmond Factory Pond Dam?
Richmond Factory Pond Dam is owned by Bobby Fulcher, Sr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Richmond Factory Pond Dam built?
Richmond Factory Pond Dam was completed in 1850, making it 176 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 Richmond Factory Pond Dam?
Richmond Factory 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 Richmond Factory Pond Dam?
Richmond Factory Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Richmond Factory Pond Dam last inspected?
Richmond Factory Pond Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.