Fullers Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Fullers Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1953 and is 73 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 675 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 42 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 29 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,205 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1953 (73 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00221 |
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
Fuller, Rodger, Sr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Fullers Lake Dam?
Fullers 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 Fullers Lake Dam?
Fullers Lake Dam is owned by Fuller, Rodger, Sr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Fullers Lake Dam built?
Fullers Lake Dam was completed in 1953, making it 73 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 Fullers Lake Dam?
Fullers Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Fullers Lake Dam?
Fullers Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Fullers Lake Dam last inspected?
Fullers Lake Dam was last inspected on September 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.