Apple Orchard is a private dam located in Habersham, Georgia, with a core type of Buttress and a height of 45 feet.
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The dam has a storage capacity of 140 acre-feet and a surface area of 6 acres, serving as a vital water resource in the region. Despite being unlisted for drainage area, the dam has a low hazard potential and is classified as having a moderate risk level.
Designed by Ron Arrendale, Apple Orchard has been inspected in August 2017 with a frequency of every five years. The dam features an uncontrolled spillway and outlet gates, with no state permitting or enforcement required. While the condition assessment is currently not rated, the dam is structurally sound and meets regulatory guidelines, contributing to the climate resilience of the local area.
Owned privately and located in a picturesque setting, Apple Orchard serves as a testament to the intersection of water resource management and climate adaptation. With its low hazard potential and moderate risk level, the dam stands as a crucial infrastructure for water storage and flood control in Habersham, Georgia.
Dam Length |
303 |
Dam Height |
45 |
Surface Area |
6 |
Nid Storage |
140 |
Outlet Gates |
Uncontrolled |
Hazard Potential |
Low |
Foundations |
Unlisted/Unknown |
Nid Height |
45 |
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