Swint Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Swint Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1958 and is 68 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 72 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 110 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1958 (68 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03352 |
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
Swint, Dr. R. H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Swint Pond Dam?
Swint 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 Swint Pond Dam?
Swint Pond Dam is owned by Swint, Dr. R. H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Swint Pond Dam built?
Swint Pond Dam was completed in 1958, making it 68 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 Swint Pond Dam?
Swint 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 Swint Pond Dam?
Swint Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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 Swint Pond Dam last inspected?
Swint Pond Dam was last inspected on May 1, 1990. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.