Barrett Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Barrett Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,724 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 81 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00726 |
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
Boring, James Marcus III
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Barrett Lake Dam?
Barrett 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 Barrett Lake Dam?
Barrett Lake Dam is owned by Boring, James Marcus III (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Barrett Lake Dam built?
Barrett Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Barrett Lake Dam?
Barrett 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 Barrett Lake Dam?
Barrett Lake Dam has a dam height of 11 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 Barrett Lake Dam last inspected?
Barrett Lake Dam was last inspected on January 31, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.