Burdette Lake Dam #3
Key Takeaway
Burdette Lake Dam #3 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01861 |
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
Burdette, Ed
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Burdette Lake Dam #3?
Burdette Lake Dam #3 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 Burdette Lake Dam #3?
Burdette Lake Dam #3 is owned by Burdette, Ed (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Burdette Lake Dam #3 built?
Burdette Lake Dam #3 was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Burdette Lake Dam #3?
Burdette Lake Dam #3 serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Burdette Lake Dam #3?
Burdette Lake Dam #3 has a dam height of 29 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 Burdette Lake Dam #3 last inspected?
Burdette Lake Dam #3 was last inspected on September 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.