Thompson Pond South Dam
Key Takeaway
Thompson Pond South Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1973 and is 53 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 68 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 255 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1973 (53 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02682 |
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
Thompson, T. G.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Thompson Pond South Dam?
Thompson Pond South 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 Thompson Pond South Dam?
Thompson Pond South Dam is owned by Thompson, T. G. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Thompson Pond South Dam built?
Thompson Pond South Dam was completed in 1973, making it 53 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 Thompson Pond South Dam?
Thompson Pond South 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 Thompson Pond South Dam?
Thompson Pond South Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Thompson Pond South Dam last inspected?
Thompson Pond South Dam was last inspected on May 8, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.