Woodcraft Woodyard Pond Dam, located in Morgan, Georgia, was completed in 1979 by DAVIS AND ALLEN ENG.
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Humidity
INC. The dam stands at a height of 27 feet and has a hydraulic height of 25 feet, with a length of 760 feet. Its primary purpose is designated as "Other," serving as an earth dam with a buttress core type. The dam has a low hazard potential and a moderate risk assessment rating of 3.
The dam has a storage capacity of 194 acre-feet, with a normal storage level of 130 acre-feet and a surface area of 13 acres. It is classified as uncontrolled spillway type with uncontrolled outlet gates. The last inspection of the dam was conducted in 1989, with an inspection frequency of 5 years. The condition assessment is currently listed as "Not Rated," with no emergency action plan in place. Despite its low hazard potential, the dam's risk management measures and emergency preparedness measures are not specified.
Woodcraft Woodyard Pond Dam may not be under state regulation, but it is subject to state jurisdiction. The dam is privately owned and serves as a vital structure in the area. With its unique design features and moderate risk assessment, it remains a key component of water resource management in the region, requiring periodic inspections and potential updates to ensure its continued safety and effectiveness in the face of changing climate conditions.
Year Completed |
1979 |
Dam Length |
760 |
Dam Height |
27 |
River Or Stream |
UNKNOWN |
Primary Dam Type |
Earth |
Surface Area |
13 |
Hydraulic Height |
25 |
Nid Storage |
194 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
27 |
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506cfs |
Apalachee River Near Bostwick
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137cfs |
Alcovy River Above Covington
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121cfs |
Little River Near Eatonton
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101cfs |
Middle Oconee River Near Athens
|
225cfs |
North Oconee River At College St
|
112cfs |
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Oconee River
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Oconee River Campground
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Camp Rutledge
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Parks Ferry
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Hard Labor Creek State Park
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