Edmondson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Edmondson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1992 and is 34 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 310 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Max Discharge | 30 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1992 (34 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05926 |
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
Carolyn Edmondson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Edmondson Lake Dam?
Edmondson 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 Edmondson Lake Dam?
Edmondson Lake Dam is owned by Carolyn Edmondson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Edmondson Lake Dam built?
Edmondson Lake Dam was completed in 1992, making it 34 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 Edmondson Lake Dam?
Edmondson 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 Edmondson Lake Dam?
Edmondson 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 Edmondson Lake Dam last inspected?
Edmondson Lake Dam was last inspected on January 17, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.