Friedlander Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Friedlander Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1978 and is 48 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,320 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 301 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 140 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1978 (48 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04136 |
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
Carolyn W. Friedlander
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Friedlander Lake Dam?
Friedlander 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 Friedlander Lake Dam?
Friedlander Lake Dam is owned by Carolyn W. Friedlander (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Friedlander Lake Dam built?
Friedlander Lake Dam was completed in 1978, making it 48 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 Friedlander Lake Dam?
Friedlander 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 Friedlander Lake Dam?
Friedlander Lake Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Friedlander Lake Dam last inspected?
Friedlander Lake Dam was last inspected on April 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.