Kaylor Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kaylor Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1974 and is 52 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 12 ft (taller than 9.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 816 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 180 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1974 (52 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01180 |
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
Pemberton, Todd N.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kaylor Lake Dam?
Kaylor 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 Kaylor Lake Dam?
Kaylor Lake Dam is owned by Pemberton, Todd N. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kaylor Lake Dam built?
Kaylor Lake Dam was completed in 1974, making it 52 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 Kaylor Lake Dam?
Kaylor 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 Kaylor Lake Dam?
Kaylor Lake Dam has a dam height of 12 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 Kaylor Lake Dam last inspected?
Kaylor Lake Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.