Green Farms Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Green Farms Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 2006 and is 20 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 340 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 132 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Year Completed | 2006 (20 years old) |
| NID ID | GA07105 |
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
Green, Donald E.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Green Farms Lake Dam?
Green Farms 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 Green Farms Lake Dam?
Green Farms Lake Dam is owned by Green, Donald E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Farms Lake Dam built?
Green Farms Lake Dam was completed in 2006, making it 20 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 Green Farms Lake Dam?
Green Farms Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Green Farms Lake Dam?
Green Farms Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Green Farms Lake Dam last inspected?
Green Farms Lake Dam was last inspected on March 14, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.