Green Lake Dam East
Key Takeaway
Green Lake Dam East is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1975 and is 51 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 67 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 30 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 776 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1975 (51 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03194 |
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
Jimmy Greene
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Green Lake Dam East?
Green Lake Dam East 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 Lake Dam East?
Green Lake Dam East is owned by Jimmy Greene (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Lake Dam East built?
Green Lake Dam East was completed in 1975, making it 51 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 Lake Dam East?
Green Lake Dam East 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 Lake Dam East?
Green Lake Dam East has a dam height of 16 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.