German Mountain Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
German Mountain Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 34 ft (taller than 85% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,200 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 33 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| NID ID | GA06824 |
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
Paul David Patrick & Marie Louise
Private
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What is the hazard classification of German Mountain Lake Dam?
German Mountain 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 German Mountain Lake Dam?
German Mountain Lake Dam is owned by Paul David Patrick & Marie Louise (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of German Mountain Lake Dam?
German Mountain 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 German Mountain Lake Dam?
German Mountain Lake Dam has a dam height of 34 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 German Mountain Lake Dam last inspected?
German Mountain Lake Dam was last inspected on February 19, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.