Everett Dykes Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Everett Dykes Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 350 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 120 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05851 |
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
Dyke, Everett
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Everett Dykes Lake Dam?
Everett Dykes 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 Everett Dykes Lake Dam?
Everett Dykes Lake Dam is owned by Dyke, Everett (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Everett Dykes Lake Dam built?
Everett Dykes Lake Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Everett Dykes Lake Dam?
Everett Dykes Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Everett Dykes Lake Dam?
Everett Dykes Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Everett Dykes Lake Dam last inspected?
Everett Dykes Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.