Asbell Lake Dam South
Key Takeaway
Asbell Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 115 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 63 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| NID ID | GA05050 |
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
Joel Franklin Mote
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Asbell Lake Dam South?
Asbell Lake Dam South 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 South?
Asbell Lake Dam South is owned by Joel Franklin Mote (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Asbell Lake Dam South?
Asbell Lake Dam South 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 South?
Asbell Lake Dam South has a dam height of 22 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 Asbell Lake Dam South last inspected?
Asbell Lake Dam South was last inspected on December 15, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.