Warren South Oxidation Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Warren South Oxidation Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1969 and is 57 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 3,170 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 53 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 10 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1969 (57 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02248 |
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
Public Property Warrenton
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Warren South Oxidation Pond Dam?
Warren South Oxidation 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 Warren South Oxidation Pond Dam?
Warren South Oxidation Pond Dam is owned by Public Property Warrenton (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Warren South Oxidation Pond Dam built?
Warren South Oxidation Pond Dam was completed in 1969, making it 57 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 Warren South Oxidation Pond Dam?
Warren South Oxidation Pond Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Warren South Oxidation Pond Dam?
Warren South Oxidation Pond 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.