Kimbrough Lake Dam

UNKNOWN· Talbot, Georgia· Earth· 24 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Kimbrough Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA)
Dam Length330 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage122 acre-ft
Normal Storage94 acre-ft
Surface Area11 acres
Drainage Area117 sq mi
NID IDGA01405

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: June 21, 2017
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Mrs. Grace Jordan

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Kimbrough Lake Dam?

Kimbrough 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 Kimbrough Lake Dam?

Kimbrough Lake Dam is owned by Mrs. Grace Jordan (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Kimbrough Lake Dam?

Kimbrough 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 Kimbrough Lake Dam?

Kimbrough Lake Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Kimbrough Lake Dam last inspected?

Kimbrough Lake Dam was last inspected on June 21, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.