Railroad Pond Dam, located in Greene County, Georgia, is a privately owned structure built in 1920 by the GA Railroad.
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The dam sits on Sherrills Creek and serves primarily for recreational purposes, providing a surface area of 7 acres and a normal storage capacity of 52.5 acre-feet. With a height of 21 feet and a length of 390 feet, Railroad Pond Dam is classified as an earth dam with a buttress core type. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating.
Although not regulated by the state, Railroad Pond Dam undergoes regular inspections with a frequency of 5 years to ensure its structural integrity and safety. The dam features uncontrolled spillways and outlet gates, and the associated structures remain unlisted. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the risk assessment indicates a moderate level of risk. Overall, Railroad Pond Dam presents an intriguing case study for water resource and climate enthusiasts interested in the management and maintenance of small recreational dams in the southeastern United States.
Year Completed |
1920 |
Dam Length |
390 |
Dam Height |
21 |
River Or Stream |
SHERRILLS CREEK |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
7 |
Hydraulic Height |
19 |
Drainage Area |
175 |
Nid Storage |
81 |
Structural Height |
18.8 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
21 |
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