Green Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Green Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1970 and is 56 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 570 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 258 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Year Completed | 1970 (56 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04198 |
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
Viola E. Buford Family Limited Partnership Carter, Kenneth M.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Green Lake Dam?
Green 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 Lake Dam?
Green Lake Dam is owned by Viola E. Buford Family Limited Partnership Carter, Kenneth M. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Green Lake Dam built?
Green Lake Dam was completed in 1970, making it 56 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?
Green Lake 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 Green Lake Dam?
Green Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Lake Dam last inspected?
Green Lake Dam was last inspected on March 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.