Taylors Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Taylors Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 160 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 142 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 172 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00157 |
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
L. A. Denson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Taylors Pond Dam?
Taylors 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 Taylors Pond Dam?
Taylors Pond Dam is owned by L. A. Denson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Taylors Pond Dam built?
Taylors Pond Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Taylors Pond Dam?
Taylors 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 Taylors Pond Dam?
Taylors Pond Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Taylors Pond Dam last inspected?
Taylors Pond Dam was last inspected on January 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.