Rustins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Rustins Pond Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 175 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,806 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02744 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Taylor County Board of Commissioners
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Rustins Pond Dam?
Rustins Pond Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Rustins Pond Dam?
Rustins Pond Dam is owned by Taylor County Board of Commissioners (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Rustins Pond Dam built?
Rustins Pond Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Rustins Pond Dam?
Rustins 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 Rustins Pond Dam?
Rustins Pond Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Rustins Pond Dam last inspected?
Rustins Pond Dam was last inspected on January 31, 2013. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.