Shiver Pond Dam South
Key Takeaway
Shiver Pond Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 32 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 74 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00946 |
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
Shiver, A. G.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Shiver Pond Dam South?
Shiver Pond Dam South 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 Shiver Pond Dam South?
Shiver Pond Dam South is owned by Shiver, A. G. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Shiver Pond Dam South built?
Shiver Pond Dam South was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Shiver Pond Dam South?
Shiver Pond Dam South 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 Shiver Pond Dam South?
Shiver Pond Dam South has a dam height of 15 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 Shiver Pond Dam South last inspected?
Shiver Pond Dam South was last inspected on June 1, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.