Asbell Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Asbell Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 560 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 515 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA05051 |
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
Asbell, Gilberte
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Asbell Lake Dam North?
Asbell Lake Dam North 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 Asbell Lake Dam North?
Asbell Lake Dam North is owned by Asbell, Gilberte (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Asbell Lake Dam North?
Asbell Lake Dam North 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 Asbell Lake Dam North?
Asbell Lake Dam North has a dam height of 18 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.