Finney Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Finney Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 240 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 184 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02749 |
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
Mitigation Solutions, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Finney Lake Dam?
Finney 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 Finney Lake Dam?
Finney Lake Dam is owned by Mitigation Solutions, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Finney Lake Dam built?
Finney Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 Finney Lake Dam?
Finney 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 Finney Lake Dam?
Finney Lake Dam has a dam height of 21 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.