Goolsby Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Goolsby Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 250 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 49 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 7 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02091 |
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
CARL JR & ROBIN V SPIVEY GOOLSBY
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Goolsby Lake Dam?
Goolsby 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 Goolsby Lake Dam?
Goolsby Lake Dam is owned by CARL JR & ROBIN V SPIVEY GOOLSBY (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Goolsby Lake Dam built?
Goolsby Lake Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Goolsby Lake Dam?
Goolsby 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 Goolsby Lake Dam?
Goolsby 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.
When was Goolsby Lake Dam last inspected?
Goolsby Lake Dam was last inspected on June 22, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.