Kaolin Mines Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kaolin Mines Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1963 and is 63 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 63 ft (taller than 98% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 4,225 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.1K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.1K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 65 acres |
| Drainage Area | 225 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1963 (63 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02022 |
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
J. M. Huber Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kaolin Mines Lake Dam?
Kaolin Mines 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 Kaolin Mines Lake Dam?
Kaolin Mines Lake Dam is owned by J. M. Huber Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kaolin Mines Lake Dam built?
Kaolin Mines Lake Dam was completed in 1963, making it 63 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 Kaolin Mines Lake Dam?
Kaolin Mines Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Kaolin Mines Lake Dam?
Kaolin Mines Lake Dam has a dam height of 63 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 Kaolin Mines Lake Dam last inspected?
Kaolin Mines Lake Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.