Dogwood Manor Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Dogwood Manor Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1959 and is 67 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 810 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 365 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 203 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 37 acres |
| Drainage Area | 770 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1959 (67 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00263 |
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
Smith, Richard Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Dogwood Manor Lake Dam?
Dogwood Manor 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 Dogwood Manor Lake Dam?
Dogwood Manor Lake Dam is owned by Smith, Richard Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Dogwood Manor Lake Dam built?
Dogwood Manor Lake Dam was completed in 1959, making it 67 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 Dogwood Manor Lake Dam?
Dogwood Manor 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 Dogwood Manor Lake Dam?
Dogwood Manor Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Dogwood Manor Lake Dam last inspected?
Dogwood Manor Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.