Circle A Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Circle A Ranch Lake Dam 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 | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 475 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 249 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 410 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04699 |
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
Cullens, Fred E.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Circle A Ranch Lake Dam?
Circle A Ranch 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 Circle A Ranch Lake Dam?
Circle A Ranch Lake Dam is owned by Cullens, Fred E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Circle A Ranch Lake Dam built?
Circle A Ranch Lake Dam 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 Circle A Ranch Lake Dam?
Circle A Ranch Lake Dam 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 Circle A Ranch Lake Dam?
Circle A Ranch 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 Circle A Ranch Lake Dam last inspected?
Circle A Ranch Lake Dam was last inspected on December 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.