Julia Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Julia Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1949 and is 77 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 680 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 264 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 139 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 460 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1949 (77 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01627 |
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
Tomaston-Upson County Ida
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Julia Lake Dam?
Julia 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 Julia Lake Dam?
Julia Lake Dam is owned by Tomaston-Upson County Ida (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Julia Lake Dam built?
Julia Lake Dam was completed in 1949, making it 77 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 Julia Lake Dam?
Julia 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 Julia Lake Dam?
Julia Lake Dam has a dam height of 25 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 Julia Lake Dam last inspected?
Julia Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.