Barber Lake Dam

unknown· Turner, Georgia· Earth· 28 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Barber Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA)
Dam Length1,200 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage442 acre-ft
Normal Storage341 acre-ft
Surface Area31 acres
NID IDGA00344

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 14, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Ward, Jimmie Ann

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Barber Lake Dam?

Barber 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 Barber Lake Dam?

Barber Lake Dam is owned by Ward, Jimmie Ann (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Barber Lake Dam?

Barber 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 Barber Lake Dam?

Barber Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Barber Lake Dam last inspected?

Barber Lake Dam was last inspected on July 14, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.