Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 660 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 143 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 93 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 240 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05166 |
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
Rogers, Kenny
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam?
Beaverdam 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 Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam?
Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam is owned by Rogers, Kenny (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam built?
Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam?
Beaverdam 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 Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam?
Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam last inspected?
Beaverdam Farm Lake Dam was last inspected on August 17, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.