Grays Landing Dam
Key Takeaway
Grays Landing Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1962 and is 64 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 770 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 319 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 124 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 1,435 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1962 (64 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03106 |
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
McDuffie, Larry
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grays Landing Dam?
Grays Landing 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 Grays Landing Dam?
Grays Landing Dam is owned by McDuffie, Larry (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grays Landing Dam built?
Grays Landing Dam was completed in 1962, making it 64 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 Grays Landing Dam?
Grays Landing 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 Grays Landing Dam?
Grays Landing Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Grays Landing Dam last inspected?
Grays Landing Dam was last inspected on March 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.