Glenn Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Glenn Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 685 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 116 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 84 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 55 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02712 |
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
James Fuller
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Glenn Lake Dam?
Glenn 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 Glenn Lake Dam?
Glenn Lake Dam is owned by James Fuller (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Glenn Lake Dam built?
Glenn Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Glenn Lake Dam?
Glenn 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 Glenn Lake Dam?
Glenn Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Glenn Lake Dam last inspected?
Glenn Lake Dam was last inspected on March 23, 2020. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.