Arenzo Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Arenzo Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1986 and is 40 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 330 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 37 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Year Completed | 1986 (40 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04959 |
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
Manor Homes Inc
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Arenzo Lake Dam?
Arenzo 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 Arenzo Lake Dam?
Arenzo Lake Dam is owned by Manor Homes Inc (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Arenzo Lake Dam built?
Arenzo Lake Dam was completed in 1986, making it 40 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 Arenzo Lake Dam?
Arenzo Lake Dam 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 Arenzo Lake Dam?
Arenzo Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 Arenzo Lake Dam last inspected?
Arenzo Lake Dam was last inspected on October 26, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.