Colony Land Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Colony Land Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 23 ft (taller than 50.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 356 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 74 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 31 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 267 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 74 cfs |
| NID ID | GA02489 |
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
Marvin F Poer & Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Colony Land Lake Dam?
Colony Land 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 Colony Land Lake Dam?
Colony Land Lake Dam is owned by Marvin F Poer & Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Colony Land Lake Dam?
Colony Land 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 Colony Land Lake Dam?
Colony Land Lake Dam has a dam height of 23 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 Colony Land Lake Dam last inspected?
Colony Land Lake Dam was last inspected on February 26, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.