Corbin Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Corbin Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1996 and is 30 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 165 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 26 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Year Completed | 1996 (30 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05497 |
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
Corbin, Kingsley
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Corbin Lake Dam?
Corbin 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 Corbin Lake Dam?
Corbin Lake Dam is owned by Corbin, Kingsley (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Corbin Lake Dam built?
Corbin Lake Dam was completed in 1996, making it 30 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 Corbin Lake Dam?
Corbin 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 Corbin Lake Dam?
Corbin Lake Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Corbin Lake Dam last inspected?
Corbin Lake Dam was last inspected on October 5, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.