Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1930 and is 96 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 39 ft (taller than 90.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 238 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 115 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1930 (96 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03956 |
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
Ga Dept of Corrections/Facilities Development & Engineering
State Government
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Low Hazard 53 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam?
Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply 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 Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam?
Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam is owned by Ga Dept of Corrections/Facilities Development & Engineering (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam built?
Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam was completed in 1930, making it 96 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 Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam?
Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam?
Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam has a dam height of 39 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 Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam last inspected?
Alto Correctional Institute Water Supply Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.