Smith Ponderosa Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Smith Ponderosa Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 720 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 131 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 380 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00078 |
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
Randy Kahrmann
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Smith Ponderosa Lake Dam?
Smith Ponderosa Lake 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 Ponderosa Lake Dam?
Smith Ponderosa Lake Dam is owned by Randy Kahrmann (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Smith Ponderosa Lake Dam built?
Smith Ponderosa Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Ponderosa Lake Dam?
Smith Ponderosa Lake 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 Ponderosa Lake Dam?
Smith Ponderosa Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Ponderosa Lake Dam last inspected?
Smith Ponderosa Lake Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.