Gold Springs Lake Dam #1
Key Takeaway
Gold Springs Lake Dam #1 is classified as low hazard in Georgia.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 0 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 34 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 46 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 46 cfs |
| NID ID | GA08043 |
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
Sissan Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Gold Springs Lake Dam #1?
Gold Springs Lake Dam #1 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 Gold Springs Lake Dam #1?
Gold Springs Lake Dam #1 is owned by Sissan Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
How tall is Gold Springs Lake Dam #1?
Gold Springs Lake Dam #1 has a dam height of 24 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.