Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1990 and is 36 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 28 ft (taller than 69.6% in GA) |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 65 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Year Completed | 1990 (36 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05273 |
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 Nature Conservancy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam?
Fort Perry Plantation 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 Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam?
Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam is owned by The Nature Conservancy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam built?
Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam was completed in 1990, making it 36 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 Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam?
Fort Perry Plantation 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 Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam?
Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam has a dam height of 28 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 Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam last inspected?
Fort Perry Plantation Lake Dam was last inspected on October 19, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.