Dalesmoore Plantation
Key Takeaway
Dalesmoore Plantation is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1925 and is 101 years old. Its primary use is hydroelectric.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Gravity |
| Max Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.5K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 40 acres |
| Drainage Area | 120 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 8,880 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1925 (101 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01109 |
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
Not Listed
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What is the hazard classification of Dalesmoore Plantation?
Dalesmoore Plantation 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 Dalesmoore Plantation?
Dalesmoore Plantation is owned by information not available (Not Listed). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dalesmoore Plantation built?
Dalesmoore Plantation was completed in 1925, making it 101 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 Dalesmoore Plantation?
Dalesmoore Plantation serves the following purposes: Hydroelectric. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dalesmoore Plantation?
Dalesmoore Plantation has a dam height of 15 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 Dalesmoore Plantation last inspected?
Dalesmoore Plantation was last inspected on September 7, 2022. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.