Barnesville Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Barnesville Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 8 ft (taller than 0.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,078 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 1.2K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 360 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 72 acres |
| Drainage Area | 17,000 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01050 |
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
City of Barnesville
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Barnesville Reservoir Dam?
Barnesville Reservoir 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 Barnesville Reservoir Dam?
Barnesville Reservoir Dam is owned by City of Barnesville (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barnesville Reservoir Dam built?
Barnesville Reservoir Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Barnesville Reservoir Dam?
Barnesville Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Barnesville Reservoir Dam?
Barnesville Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 8 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 Barnesville Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Barnesville Reservoir Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2006. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.