The Georgia-Pacific Consumer Products Pond Dam, located in Effingham, Georgia, was completed in 1987 and stands at a height of 15 feet with a hydraulic height of 9 feet.
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This earth dam with a buttress core type serves a primary purpose of "Other" and has a storage capacity of 200 acre-feet. The dam has a surface area of 20 acres and is classified as having a low hazard potential.
Despite being privately owned, the Georgia-Pacific Consumer Products Pond Dam falls under state jurisdiction and is subject to regular inspections. The dam is equipped with uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, with a moderate risk assessment rating of 3. While the condition of the dam is currently listed as "Not Rated," the risk management measures and emergency preparedness plans are not specified in the data provided.
Water resource and climate enthusiasts will find the Georgia-Pacific Consumer Products Pond Dam an intriguing structure to study, given its unique design and location in Georgia. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk assessment, the dam presents an opportunity to explore the intricacies of dam infrastructure and the importance of maintenance and emergency preparedness in ensuring the safety of surrounding communities and the environment.
Year Completed |
1987 |
Dam Height |
15 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
20 |
Hydraulic Height |
9 |
Nid Storage |
200 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
15 |
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