Strickland Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Strickland Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 129 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 670 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03213 |
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
Strickland, James Dr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Strickland Pond Dam?
Strickland 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 Strickland Pond Dam?
Strickland Pond Dam is owned by Strickland, James Dr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Strickland Pond Dam built?
Strickland Pond Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Strickland Pond Dam?
Strickland 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 Strickland Pond Dam?
Strickland Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Strickland Pond Dam last inspected?
Strickland Pond Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.