Kimbrough Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Kimbrough Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1945 and is 81 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,000 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 201 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 133 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 16 acres |
| Drainage Area | 90 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1945 (81 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02793 |
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
Kimbrough Properties LP
Private
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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 Kimbrough Properties LP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Kimbrough Lake Dam built?
Kimbrough Lake Dam was completed in 1945, making it 81 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 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 April 18, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.