Essex Properties South Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Essex Properties South Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1988 and is 38 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 765 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 19 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1988 (38 years old) |
| NID ID | GA08467 |
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
The Home Mission Board Of The South
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Essex Properties South Lake Dam?
Essex Properties South 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 Essex Properties South Lake Dam?
Essex Properties South Lake Dam is owned by The Home Mission Board Of The South (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Essex Properties South Lake Dam built?
Essex Properties South Lake Dam was completed in 1988, making it 38 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 Essex Properties South Lake Dam?
Essex Properties South 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 Essex Properties South Lake Dam?
Essex Properties South Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.