Delano Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Delano Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1938 and is 88 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 38 ft (taller than 90.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 291 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 189 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02062 |
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
State of Georgia - Department of State Parks
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Delano Lake Dam?
Delano 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 Delano Lake Dam?
Delano Lake Dam is owned by State of Georgia - Department of State Parks (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Delano Lake Dam built?
Delano Lake Dam was completed in 1938, making it 88 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 Delano Lake Dam?
Delano 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 Delano Lake Dam?
Delano Lake Dam has a dam height of 38 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 Delano Lake Dam last inspected?
Delano Lake Dam was last inspected on January 22, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.