Thomas Pond Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Thomas Pond Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1935 and is 91 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,040 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 432 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 140 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 35 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1935 (91 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01251 |
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
Thomas, Gloria
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thomas Pond Lake Dam?
Thomas Pond Lake 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 Thomas Pond Lake Dam?
Thomas Pond Lake Dam is owned by Thomas, Gloria (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thomas Pond Lake Dam built?
Thomas Pond Lake Dam was completed in 1935, making it 91 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 Thomas Pond Lake Dam?
Thomas Pond Lake 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 Thomas Pond Lake Dam?
Thomas Pond Lake Dam 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 Thomas Pond Lake Dam last inspected?
Thomas Pond Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.