Duren Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Duren Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 870 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 160 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00933 |
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
Marcus D. Fletcher Trust C/O Angie F. Bryan Trustee
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Duren Lake Dam?
Duren 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 Duren Lake Dam?
Duren Lake Dam is owned by Marcus D. Fletcher Trust C/O Angie F. Bryan Trustee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Duren Lake Dam built?
Duren Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Duren Lake Dam?
Duren Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Duren Lake Dam?
Duren Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Duren Lake Dam last inspected?
Duren Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 1988. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.