Jerry Thacker Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Jerry Thacker Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 31 ft (taller than 78.8% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 555 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 51 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 3 acres |
| NID ID | GA05614 |
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
CSL Canton LLC c/o Marvin Power & Company
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Jerry Thacker Lake Dam?
Jerry Thacker 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 Jerry Thacker Lake Dam?
Jerry Thacker Lake Dam is owned by CSL Canton LLC c/o Marvin Power & Company (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Jerry Thacker Lake Dam?
Jerry Thacker 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 Jerry Thacker Lake Dam?
Jerry Thacker Lake Dam has a dam height of 31 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 Jerry Thacker Lake Dam last inspected?
Jerry Thacker Lake Dam was last inspected on March 27, 2019. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.