King Ranch Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
King Ranch Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 836 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 444 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 216 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 32 acres |
| Year Modified | 1995 |
| NID ID | GA06377 |
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
Elp Jr. Family Partnership LTD
Private
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What is the hazard classification of King Ranch Lake Dam?
King Ranch 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 King Ranch Lake Dam?
King Ranch Lake Dam is owned by Elp Jr. Family Partnership LTD (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of King Ranch Lake Dam?
King Ranch 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 King Ranch Lake Dam?
King Ranch Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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.