Virgil Smith Dam
Key Takeaway
Virgil Smith Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1968 and is 58 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 56 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 300 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1968 (58 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00061 |
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
Smith, Virgil O.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Virgil Smith Dam?
Virgil Smith 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 Virgil Smith Dam?
Virgil Smith Dam is owned by Smith, Virgil O. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Virgil Smith Dam built?
Virgil Smith Dam was completed in 1968, making it 58 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 Virgil Smith Dam?
Virgil Smith Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Virgil Smith Dam?
Virgil Smith 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.
When was Virgil Smith Dam last inspected?
Virgil Smith Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2008. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.