Baarks Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Baarks Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 345 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 48 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 28 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00669 |
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
Sharpe, Jack L.
Private
Nearby Dams
Pattilio Lake Dam
Fannin, GA
Unknown 30 ftBlue Ridge Dam
Fannin, GA
High Hazard 175 ftBriar Cove Pond Dam
Fannin, GA
Low Hazard 25 ftMountain Rivers Lake Dam
Fannin, GA
Low Hazard 26 ftGaeta Lake Dam
Fannin, GA
Low Hazard 28 ftToccoa Water Assoc. INC. Lake Dam
Fannin, GA
Low Hazard 28 ftSquirrel Hunting Road Lake Dam
Fannin, GA
Low Hazard 33 ftJones Lake Dam
Fannin, GA
Low Hazard 30 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Baarks Farm Lake Dam?
Baarks Farm 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 Baarks Farm Lake Dam?
Baarks Farm Lake Dam is owned by Sharpe, Jack L. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Baarks Farm Lake Dam built?
Baarks Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Baarks Farm Lake Dam?
Baarks Farm 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 Baarks Farm Lake Dam?
Baarks Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Baarks Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
Baarks Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.