Green Valley Lake Dam

WEST BEAR CREEK· Newton, Georgia· Earth· 13 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

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 Length551 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage111 acre-ft
Surface Area16 acres
NID IDGA05151

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: February 1, 2002
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Nixon, Nell

Private

Nearby Dams

Frequently Asked Questions

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.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.