Waterford Dam No. 1
Key Takeaway
Waterford Dam No. 1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1999 and is 27 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 247 acre-ft |
| Year Completed | 1999 (27 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00316 |
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
Rice, Ken
Private
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Low Hazard 39 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Waterford Dam No. 1?
Waterford Dam No. 1 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 Waterford Dam No. 1?
Waterford Dam No. 1 is owned by Rice, Ken (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Waterford Dam No. 1 built?
Waterford Dam No. 1 was completed in 1999, making it 27 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 Waterford Dam No. 1?
Waterford Dam No. 1 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 Waterford Dam No. 1?
Waterford Dam No. 1 has a dam height of 32 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 Waterford Dam No. 1 last inspected?
Waterford Dam No. 1 was last inspected on June 23, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.