Dekle Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dekle Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1955 and is 71 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 451 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 286 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 24 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1955 (71 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00445 |
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
Tolley, Beth D. Ms.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dekle Lake Dam?
Dekle 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 Dekle Lake Dam?
Dekle Lake Dam is owned by Tolley, Beth D. Ms. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dekle Lake Dam built?
Dekle 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 Dekle Lake Dam?
Dekle Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dekle Lake Dam?
Dekle Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Dekle Lake Dam last inspected?
Dekle Lake Dam was last inspected on August 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.