Tobacco Road Wtp Dam

Richmond, Georgia· 35 ft tall
High Hazard Public Utility

Key Takeaway

Tobacco Road Wtp Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.

Physical Details

Dam Height 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA)
Dam Length0 ft
Max Storage168 acre-ft
Normal Storage0 acre-ft
Surface Area0 acres
Drainage Area0 sq mi
NID IDGA05485

Safety Information

High Hazard

Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.

Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?

Emergency Action Plan: Yes
Last Inspection: February 1, 2017
State Regulated: Yes
Regulatory Agency: GA-SAFE DAMS PROGRAM

Ownership

Augusta Utilities Department

Public Utility

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Tobacco Road Wtp Dam?

Tobacco Road Wtp Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.

Who owns and operates Tobacco Road Wtp Dam?

Tobacco Road Wtp Dam is owned by Augusta Utilities Department (Public Utility). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

How tall is Tobacco Road Wtp Dam?

Tobacco Road Wtp Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Tobacco Road Wtp Dam last inspected?

Tobacco Road Wtp Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.