Talton Pond
Key Takeaway
Talton Pond is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 515 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 180 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05831 |
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
H.A. Talton
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Talton Pond?
Talton Pond 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 Talton Pond?
Talton Pond is owned by H.A. Talton (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Talton Pond built?
Talton Pond was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Talton Pond?
Talton Pond serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Talton Pond?
Talton Pond has a dam height of 17 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.