Upstream Twin Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Upstream Twin Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1952 and is 74 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 585 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 151 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 345 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1952 (74 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03207 |
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
Rogers Correctional Institution
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Upstream Twin Pond Dam?
Upstream Twin 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 Upstream Twin Pond Dam?
Upstream Twin Pond Dam is owned by Rogers Correctional Institution (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Upstream Twin Pond Dam built?
Upstream Twin Pond Dam was completed in 1952, making it 74 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 Upstream Twin Pond Dam?
Upstream Twin 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 Upstream Twin Pond Dam?
Upstream Twin Pond Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Upstream Twin Pond Dam last inspected?
Upstream Twin Pond Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.