Shaw Catfish Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Shaw Catfish Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| NID ID | GA04024 |
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
Shaw, Katherine
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shaw Catfish Pond Dam?
Shaw Catfish 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 Shaw Catfish Pond Dam?
Shaw Catfish Pond Dam is owned by Shaw, Katherine (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Shaw Catfish Pond Dam?
Shaw Catfish 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 Shaw Catfish Pond Dam?
Shaw Catfish Pond Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Shaw Catfish Pond Dam last inspected?
Shaw Catfish Pond Dam was last inspected on July 11, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.