Stitchahatchie Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Stitchahatchie Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1966 and is 60 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 265 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 22 acres |
| Drainage Area | 477 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1966 (60 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00256 |
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
Charles Rogers
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Stitchahatchie Pond Dam?
Stitchahatchie 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 Stitchahatchie Pond Dam?
Stitchahatchie Pond Dam is owned by Charles Rogers (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Stitchahatchie Pond Dam built?
Stitchahatchie Pond Dam was completed in 1966, making it 60 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 Stitchahatchie Pond Dam?
Stitchahatchie Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Stitchahatchie Pond Dam?
Stitchahatchie Pond Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Stitchahatchie Pond Dam last inspected?
Stitchahatchie Pond Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.