Ross Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Ross Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 905 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 242 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 117 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 205 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02960 |
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
None
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ross Pond Dam?
Ross 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 Ross Pond Dam?
Ross Pond Dam is owned by None (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Ross Pond Dam built?
Ross Pond Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Ross Pond Dam?
Ross Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Ross Pond Dam?
Ross 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 Ross Pond Dam last inspected?
Ross Pond Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.