Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South
Key Takeaway
Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 3,900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 119 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 31 acres |
| Drainage Area | 31 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03486 |
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
City of Sylvester
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South?
Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South 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 Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South?
Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South is owned by City of Sylvester (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South built?
Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South?
Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South?
Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South has a dam height of 11 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 Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South last inspected?
Sylvester Disposal Pond Dam South was last inspected on July 13, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.