4-W Farm Lake
Key Takeaway
4-W Farm Lake is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 460 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 85 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 55 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA02075 |
Safety Information
No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
4-W Farm
Private
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What is the hazard classification of 4-W Farm Lake?
4-W Farm Lake is classified as Low Hazard. No probable loss of human life and low economic/environmental losses expected. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates 4-W Farm Lake?
4-W Farm Lake is owned by 4-W Farm (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of 4-W Farm Lake?
4-W Farm Lake serves the following purposes: Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is 4-W Farm Lake?
4-W Farm Lake has a dam height of 24 ft. Dam height is measured from the natural streambed at the downstream toe to the top of the dam, and may differ from the visible height.