Hobby & Tyson Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Hobby & Tyson Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 234 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 28 acres |
| Drainage Area | 270 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04845 |
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
Charles Hobby et al. Nancy G. Hobby & Virginia G. Tyson
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Hobby & Tyson Lake Dam?
Hobby & Tyson 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 Hobby & Tyson Lake Dam?
Hobby & Tyson Lake Dam is owned by Charles Hobby et al. Nancy G. Hobby & Virginia G. Tyson (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Hobby & Tyson Lake Dam?
Hobby & Tyson 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 Hobby & Tyson Lake Dam?
Hobby & Tyson Lake Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Hobby & Tyson Lake Dam last inspected?
Hobby & Tyson Lake Dam was last inspected on April 17, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.