Able Acres Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Able Acres Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 450 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 178 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 234 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,462 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01410 |
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
Kris Ann Weaver Melanie R. Weaver
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Able Acres Lake Dam?
Able Acres Lake Dam 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 Able Acres Lake Dam?
Able Acres Lake Dam is owned by Kris Ann Weaver Melanie R. Weaver (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Able Acres Lake Dam built?
Able Acres Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 years old. Many U.S. dams were built between the 1930s and 1970s during a period of major infrastructure investment.
What is the primary purpose of Able Acres Lake Dam?
Able Acres Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Able Acres Lake Dam?
Able Acres Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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.
When was Able Acres Lake Dam last inspected?
Able Acres Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.