Hinton Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hinton Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 114 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 9 acres |
| Drainage Area | 188 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02742 |
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
Homer Barrow Farms, LLC
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hinton Lake Dam?
Hinton 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 Hinton Lake Dam?
Hinton Lake Dam is owned by Homer Barrow Farms, LLC (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Hinton Lake Dam built?
Hinton Lake Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Hinton Lake Dam?
Hinton 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 Hinton Lake Dam?
Hinton Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Hinton Lake Dam last inspected?
Hinton Lake Dam was last inspected on July 27, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.