Fenner Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fenner Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 29 ft (taller than 73.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 900 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 231 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| NID ID | GA07002 |
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
Cloud, Paulette M. et al.;Cubbage, Eric J.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fenner Lake Dam?
Fenner 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 Fenner Lake Dam?
Fenner Lake Dam is owned by Cloud, Paulette M. et al.;Cubbage, Eric J. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Fenner Lake Dam?
Fenner 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 Fenner Lake Dam?
Fenner Lake Dam has a dam height of 29 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 Fenner Lake Dam last inspected?
Fenner Lake Dam was last inspected on September 29, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.