Ellerbee Lake Dam

unknown· Turner, Georgia· Earth· 18 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Ellerbee Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 18 ft (taller than 32.5% in GA)
Dam Length1,040 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage120 acre-ft
Normal Storage54 acre-ft
Surface Area15 acres
NID IDGA00130

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: July 28, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Glenn Ellerbee

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Ellerbee Lake Dam?

Ellerbee 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 Ellerbee Lake Dam?

Ellerbee Lake Dam is owned by Glenn Ellerbee (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Ellerbee Lake Dam?

Ellerbee 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 Ellerbee Lake Dam?

Ellerbee Lake Dam has a dam height of 18 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 Ellerbee Lake Dam last inspected?

Ellerbee Lake Dam was last inspected on July 28, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.