Dog River Reservoir Dam
Key Takeaway
Dog River Reservoir Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 45 ft (taller than 94.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,100 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 6.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 5.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 253 acres |
| NID ID | GA05334 |
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
Douglasville - Douglas Co. Water and Sewer Auth.
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Dog River Reservoir Dam?
Dog River Reservoir 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 Dog River Reservoir Dam?
Dog River Reservoir Dam is owned by Douglasville - Douglas Co. Water and Sewer Auth. (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Dog River Reservoir Dam?
Dog River Reservoir Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Dog River Reservoir Dam?
Dog River Reservoir Dam has a dam height of 45 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 Dog River Reservoir Dam last inspected?
Dog River Reservoir Dam was last inspected on May 24, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.