Smith Pond Tailings Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith Pond Tailings Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. 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 | 83 ft (taller than 99.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 5,310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 3.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 2.9K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 73 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA07174 |
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
KaMin Performance Materials
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Pond Tailings Dam?
Smith Pond Tailings 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 Smith Pond Tailings Dam?
Smith Pond Tailings Dam is owned by KaMin Performance Materials (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Smith Pond Tailings Dam?
Smith Pond Tailings Dam has a dam height of 83 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 Pond Tailings Dam last inspected?
Smith Pond Tailings Dam was last inspected on March 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.