Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower
Key Takeaway
Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 36 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03692 |
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
Dalrymple, Bruce H.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower?
Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower 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 Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower?
Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower is owned by Dalrymple, Bruce H. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower built?
Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower?
Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower 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 Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower?
Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower has a dam height of 29 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 Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower last inspected?
Dalrymple Lake Dam Lower was last inspected on August 1, 1992. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.