Ibm Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Ibm Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 47 ft (taller than 95.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 420 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 101 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 64 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 4 acres |
| NID ID | GA03832 |
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
Educaton Reform Sucess, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Ibm Lake Dam?
Ibm 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 Ibm Lake Dam?
Ibm Lake Dam is owned by Educaton Reform Sucess, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Ibm Lake Dam?
Ibm 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 Ibm Lake Dam?
Ibm Lake Dam has a dam height of 47 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 Ibm Lake Dam last inspected?
Ibm Lake Dam was last inspected on May 12, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.