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R. D. Moore is a privately owned recreational dam located in Trenton, Georgia, with a height of 25 feet and a length of 285 feet. Built in 1978 by the USDA NRCS, this earth dam serves primarily for recreational purposes and has a storage capacity of 41 acre-feet. The dam's hazard potential is considered low, with a moderate risk assessment score of 3.
Managed by the Natural Resources Conservation Service, R. D. Moore is situated on the No Name river or stream in Dade County, Georgia. Despite its moderate risk assessment, the dam's condition assessment is marked as "Not Available", indicating a lack of recent inspection data. With an uncontrolled spillway type and a spillway width of 30 feet, the dam has a maximum discharge capacity of 500 cubic feet per second.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the intersection of dam infrastructure and recreational activities in Georgia may find R. D. Moore a fascinating case study. With its historical significance dating back to 1978 and its ongoing management by the USDA NRCS, this dam presents an intriguing blend of environmental stewardship and public enjoyment.
Year_Completed | 1978 |
Dam_Height | 25 |
River_Or_Stream | No Name |
Dam_Length | 285 |
Primary_Dam_Type | Earth |
Drainage_Area | 0.14 |
Nid_Storage | 41 |
Hazard_Potential | Low |
Nid_Height | 25 |