Feldspar Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Feldspar Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 750 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 250 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 41 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00488 |
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
Cody Wayman
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Feldspar Lake Dam?
Feldspar 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 Feldspar Lake Dam?
Feldspar Lake Dam is owned by Cody Wayman (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Feldspar Lake Dam built?
Feldspar Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Feldspar Lake Dam?
Feldspar 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 Feldspar Lake Dam?
Feldspar Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Feldspar Lake Dam last inspected?
Feldspar Lake Dam was last inspected on November 7, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.