Burdette Lake Dam #5
Key Takeaway
Burdette Lake Dam #5 is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 88 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA05245 |
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 #5?
Burdette Lake Dam #5 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 #5?
Burdette Lake Dam #5 is owned by Burdette, Ed (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Burdette Lake Dam #5?
Burdette Lake Dam #5 has a dam height of 21 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.