Wiggins Pond Dam
Key Takeaway
Wiggins Pond Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 600 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 91 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 41 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 788 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05070 |
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 F. Marshall Revocable Trust
Private
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Low Hazard 11 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Wiggins Pond Dam?
Wiggins 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 Wiggins Pond Dam?
Wiggins Pond Dam is owned by James F. Marshall Revocable Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Wiggins Pond Dam built?
Wiggins Pond Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Wiggins Pond Dam?
Wiggins 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 Wiggins Pond Dam?
Wiggins Pond Dam has a dam height of 11 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.