Grubbs Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Grubbs Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1976 and is 50 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 614 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 150 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Drainage Area | 600 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1976 (50 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03580 |
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
J.R. Curry III, ETAL
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Grubbs Lake Dam?
Grubbs 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 Grubbs Lake Dam?
Grubbs Lake Dam is owned by J.R. Curry III, ETAL (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Grubbs Lake Dam built?
Grubbs Lake Dam was completed in 1976, making it 50 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 Grubbs Lake Dam?
Grubbs Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Grubbs Lake Dam?
Grubbs Lake Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Grubbs Lake Dam last inspected?
Grubbs Lake Dam was last inspected on July 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.