Michael's Pond Dam, located in Ball Ground, Georgia, was completed in 1986 and serves primarily as a recreational water resource.
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The dam, designed by SCS, stands at a height of 40.1 feet and has a hydraulic height of 38.7 feet. With a maximum storage capacity of 36 acre-feet and a normal storage of 17.3 acre-feet, the dam covers a surface area of 1.5 acres.
Despite being a low-hazard structure with a moderate risk assessment, Michael's Pond Dam has not been rated for its condition. The last inspection in April 2019 did not provide a condition assessment, and the dam's emergency action plan status is unknown. However, with a low hazard potential and uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, the dam continues to be a popular recreational destination for locals and visitors alike.
With its unique earth and buttress core design, Michael's Pond Dam stands as a testament to the importance of water resource management and climate adaptation efforts in the face of changing environmental conditions. As a privately owned structure under the jurisdiction of the local government, the dam symbolizes the intersection of public and private interests in ensuring the safety and sustainability of water resources in Cherokee County, Georgia.
Year Completed |
1986 |
Dam Length |
405 |
Dam Height |
40.1 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
1.5 |
Hydraulic Height |
38.7 |
Nid Storage |
36 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
40 |
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