Green Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper)
Key Takeaway
Green Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper) is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 26 ft (taller than 62.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 155 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 20 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| Drainage Area | 70 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04967 |
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 Hills Country Club, Inc.
Private
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Low Hazard 26 ftFrequently Asked Questions
What is the hazard classification of Green Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper)?
Green Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper) 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 Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper)?
Green Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper) is owned by Green Hills Country Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Green Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper)?
Green Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper) 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 Green Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper)?
Green Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper) has a dam height of 26 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 Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper) last inspected?
Green Hills Country Club Lake Dam (Upper) was last inspected on June 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.