Daniell Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Daniell Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 500 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 481 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 30 acres |
| Drainage Area | 717 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01473 |
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
Industrial Park Owners Association
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Daniell Lake Dam?
Daniell 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 Daniell Lake Dam?
Daniell Lake Dam is owned by Industrial Park Owners Association (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Daniell Lake Dam built?
Daniell Lake Dam was completed in 1955, making it 71 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 Daniell Lake Dam?
Daniell 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 Daniell Lake Dam?
Daniell Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Daniell Lake Dam last inspected?
Daniell Lake Dam was last inspected on November 28, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.