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Huey Land Application Facility Dam "D" is a locally owned structure in Jonesboro, Georgia, designed by Robert & Company. This Earth-type dam stands at 27.5 feet in height and serves a primary purpose of managing tailings and other materials. With a maximum storage capacity of 181 acre-feet and a normal storage level of 152.9 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 13.9 acres.
Located in Clayton County, Georgia, this dam is regulated by the state with regular inspections conducted to ensure its safety. Despite being designated as having a low hazard potential, the risk assessment categorizes it as moderate. The last documented inspection date for this dam was in 1989, with an inspection frequency of every 5 years. With an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam has not been rated for its current condition.
Enthusiasts interested in water resources and climate will find the E.L. Huey Land Application Facility Dam "D" an intriguing structure to study. Its unique purpose, design features, and regulatory status provide a valuable case study for understanding the intersection of infrastructure, environmental management, and risk assessment in the context of water resources and climate change.
Dam Length |
3000 |
Dam Height |
27.5 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13.9 |
Hydraulic Height |
24 |
Nid Storage |
181 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
28 |