Glacier Ledge Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Glacier Ledge Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1991 and is 35 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 735 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 169 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Year Completed | 1991 (35 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04841 |
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
Pratt, Fred
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glacier Ledge Lake Dam?
Glacier Ledge 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 Glacier Ledge Lake Dam?
Glacier Ledge Lake Dam is owned by Pratt, Fred (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glacier Ledge Lake Dam built?
Glacier Ledge Lake Dam was completed in 1991, making it 35 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 Glacier Ledge Lake Dam?
Glacier Ledge 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 Glacier Ledge Lake Dam?
Glacier Ledge Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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.