Upper Bond Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Bond Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 210 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04954 |
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
Bond, Roy M.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Bond Lake Dam?
Upper Bond 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 Upper Bond Lake Dam?
Upper Bond Lake Dam is owned by Bond, Roy M. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upper Bond Lake Dam built?
Upper Bond Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Upper Bond Lake Dam?
Upper Bond 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 Upper Bond Lake Dam?
Upper Bond Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Upper Bond Lake Dam last inspected?
Upper Bond Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.