Holemen Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Holemen Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 7 ft (taller than 0.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 270 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 71 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 45 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03199 |
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
Holman, Thomas E.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Holemen Lake Dam?
Holemen 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 Holemen Lake Dam?
Holemen Lake Dam is owned by Holman, Thomas E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Holemen Lake Dam built?
Holemen Lake Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 Holemen Lake Dam?
Holemen Lake Dam 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 Holemen Lake Dam?
Holemen Lake Dam has a dam height of 7 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.