Harrell Lake Dam East
Key Takeaway
Harrell Lake Dam East is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,080 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 19 acres |
| Drainage Area | 90 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01576 |
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
JQJK, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Harrell Lake Dam East?
Harrell Lake Dam East 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 Harrell Lake Dam East?
Harrell Lake Dam East is owned by JQJK, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Harrell Lake Dam East built?
Harrell Lake Dam East was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Harrell Lake Dam East?
Harrell Lake Dam East serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Harrell Lake Dam East?
Harrell Lake Dam East has a dam height of 11 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 Harrell Lake Dam East last inspected?
Harrell Lake Dam East was last inspected on July 12, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.