Grinols Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Grinols Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 363 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 87 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04893 |
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
Alan Field Revocable Living Trust
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grinols Lake Dam?
Grinols 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 Grinols Lake Dam?
Grinols Lake Dam is owned by Alan Field Revocable Living Trust (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grinols Lake Dam built?
Grinols Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Grinols Lake Dam?
Grinols 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 Grinols Lake Dam?
Grinols Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Grinols Lake Dam last inspected?
Grinols Lake Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.