Walker Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Walker Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 10 ft (taller than 4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 95 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 885 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05012 |
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
James W. Scott MCA Family LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Walker Pond Dam?
Walker 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 Walker Pond Dam?
Walker Pond Dam is owned by James W. Scott MCA Family LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Walker Pond Dam built?
Walker Pond Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Walker Pond Dam?
Walker 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 Walker Pond Dam?
Walker Pond Dam has a dam height of 10 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.