Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3
Key Takeaway
Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 89 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 57 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 10 acres |
| Drainage Area | 590 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03534 |
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
Coastal Forest Resources Company
Private
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Low Hazard 22 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3?
Coastal Lumber Co. 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 Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3?
Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3 is owned by Coastal Forest Resources Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3 built?
Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3 was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3?
Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3 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 Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3?
Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3 has a dam height of 16 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 Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3 last inspected?
Coastal Lumber Co. Lake Dam #3 was last inspected on January 1, 1986. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.