Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 187 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 235 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05019 |
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
Glenn Griffin
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam?
Smith Big Cypress 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 Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam?
Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam is owned by Glenn Griffin (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam built?
Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam?
Smith Big Cypress 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 Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam?
Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam last inspected?
Smith Big Cypress Pond Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2011. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.