Upper Weldon Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Upper Weldon Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 255 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 50 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 2,000 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02997 |
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
Ms. Mary Joy Kingsley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Upper Weldon Pond Dam?
Upper Weldon 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 Upper Weldon Pond Dam?
Upper Weldon Pond Dam is owned by Ms. Mary Joy Kingsley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Upper Weldon Pond Dam?
Upper Weldon 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 Upper Weldon Pond Dam?
Upper Weldon Pond Dam has a dam height of 16 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.