Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle)
Key Takeaway
Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle) is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 945 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 137 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 78 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01229 |
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
J.C. & June Adams
Private
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Low Hazard 14 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle)?
Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle) 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 Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle)?
Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle) is owned by J.C. & June Adams (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle) built?
Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle) was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle)?
Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle) 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 Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle)?
Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle) has a dam height of 12 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 Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle) last inspected?
Bay Meadows Lake Dam (Middle) was last inspected on July 16, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.