Wastewater Treatment Pond Dam # 1b Reservoir Report

Last Updated: December 5, 2025

Wastewater Treatment Pond Dam # 1b in Richmond, Georgia, is a privately owned earth dam constructed in 1960 with a primary purpose of "Other." The dam stands at a height of 19 feet and has a hydraulic height of 9.5 feet, with a storage capacity of 285 acre-feet.


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Despite being unlisted as a state-regulated structure, the dam has been inspected periodically, with the last assessment conducted in April 2014. The hazard potential of the dam is categorized as "Low," and it has a moderate risk rating.

Managed by the designer Charles T. Main, Inc., Wastewater Treatment Pond Dam # 1b is located in an area where the primary source agency is the state of Georgia. While the dam has not been modified in recent years, its condition remains unrated. The emergency action plan status, inundation maps, and risk management measures for the dam are currently unspecified. With a moderate risk assessment, it is essential for stakeholders to stay vigilant and prepared for any potential hazards that may arise from the dam.

In summary, Wastewater Treatment Pond Dam # 1b is an earth dam of modest height and storage capacity, serving a non-traditional purpose in its role as part of a wastewater treatment system. With no state permitting or enforcement in place, the responsibility for the dam's maintenance and safety falls to its private owner. Regular inspections and monitoring are crucial to ensure the integrity of the structure and mitigate any potential risks associated with its operation.

Year Completed

1960

Dam Length

3200

Dam Height

19

River Or Stream

UNKNOWN

Primary Dam Type

Earth

Surface Area

30

Hydraulic Height

9.5

Drainage Area

30

Nid Storage

285

Outlet Gates

Uncontrolled

Hazard Potential

Low

Foundations

Unlisted/Unknown

Nid Height

19
       
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Condition Assessment

Satisfactory
No existing or potential dam safety deficiencies are recognized. Acceptable performance is expected under all loading conditions (static, hydrologic, seismic) in accordance with the minimum applicable state or federal regulatory criteria or tolerable risk guidelines.
Fair
No existing dam safety deficiencies are recognized for normal operating conditions. Rare or extreme hydrologic and/or seismic events may result in a dam safety deficiency. Risk may be in the range to take further action. Note: Rare or extreme event is defined by the regulatory agency based on their minimum
Poor A dam safety deficiency is recognized for normal operating conditions which may realistically occur. Remedial action is necessary. POOR may also be used when uncertainties exist as to critical analysis parameters which identify a potential dam safety deficiency. Investigations and studies are necessary.
Unsatisfactory
A dam safety deficiency is recognized that requires immediate or emergency remedial action for problem resolution.
Not Rated
The dam has not been inspected, is not under state or federal jurisdiction, or has been inspected but, for whatever reason, has not been rated.
Not Available
Dams for which the condition assessment is restricted to approved government users.

Hazard Potential Classification

High
Dams assigned the high hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation will probably cause loss of human life.
Significant
Dams assigned the significant hazard potential classification are those dams where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life but can cause economic loss, environment damage, disruption of lifeline facilities, or impact other concerns. Significant hazard potential classification dams are often located in predominantly rural or agricultural areas but could be in areas with population and significant infrastructure.
Low
Dams assigned the low hazard potential classification are those where failure or mis-operation results in no probable loss of human life and low economic and/or environmental losses. Losses are principally limited to the owner's property.
Undetermined
Dams for which a downstream hazard potential has not been designated or is not provided.
Not Available
Dams for which the downstream hazard potential is restricted to approved government users.