Green Valley Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Green Valley Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 551 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 111 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| NID ID | GA05151 |
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
Nixon, Nell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Green Valley Lake Dam?
Green Valley 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 Valley Lake Dam?
Green Valley Lake Dam is owned by Nixon, Nell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Green Valley Lake Dam?
Green Valley 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 Valley Lake Dam?
Green Valley 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 Valley Lake Dam last inspected?
Green Valley Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2002. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.