East Mangham Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
East Mangham 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 | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 530 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 123 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 82 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 322 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1938 (88 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01177 |
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
Samuel Walter and Whitney Hubbard
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East Mangham Lake Dam?
East Mangham 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 East Mangham Lake Dam?
East Mangham Lake Dam is owned by Samuel Walter and Whitney Hubbard (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was East Mangham Lake Dam built?
East Mangham 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 East Mangham Lake Dam?
East Mangham 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 East Mangham Lake Dam?
East Mangham Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 East Mangham Lake Dam last inspected?
East Mangham Lake Dam was last inspected on October 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.