East Spring Lake Dam #1
Key Takeaway
East Spring Lake Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 576 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 52 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 875 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA06144 |
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
Post Oak Developments
Private
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What is the hazard classification of East Spring Lake Dam #1?
East Spring Lake Dam #1 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 Spring Lake Dam #1?
East Spring Lake Dam #1 is owned by Post Oak Developments (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of East Spring Lake Dam #1?
East Spring Lake Dam #1 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 Spring Lake Dam #1?
East Spring Lake Dam #1 has a dam height of 17 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.