Rowland Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rowland Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1941 and is 85 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 9 ft (taller than 2.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 480 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 36 acres |
| Year Completed | 1941 (85 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04677 |
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
Rowland, Joe Harry
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Rowland Pond Dam?
Rowland 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 Rowland Pond Dam?
Rowland Pond Dam is owned by Rowland, Joe Harry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rowland Pond Dam built?
Rowland Pond Dam was completed in 1941, making it 85 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 Rowland Pond Dam?
Rowland 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 Rowland Pond Dam?
Rowland Pond Dam has a dam height of 9 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 Rowland Pond Dam last inspected?
Rowland Pond Dam was last inspected on March 13, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.