Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1981 and is 45 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 155 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 92 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 65 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1981 (45 years old) |
| NID ID | GA03836 |
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
Kimberly-Clark Corporation
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam?
Kimberly-Clark 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 Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam?
Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam is owned by Kimberly-Clark Corporation (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam built?
Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam was completed in 1981, making it 45 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 Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam?
Kimberly-Clark 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 Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam?
Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam has a dam height of 32 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 Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam last inspected?
Kimberly-Clark Lake Dam was last inspected on June 15, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.