Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is other.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 241 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Drainage Area | 2 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 1,130 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01015 |
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
Dalton Rock Products
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam?
Dalton Rock Products 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 Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam?
Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam is owned by Dalton Rock Products (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam built?
Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam?
Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Other. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam?
Dalton Rock Products Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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.