L. B. Powell Dam
Key Takeaway
L. B. Powell Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1972 and is 54 years old. Its primary use is fish and wildlife pond.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 630 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 35 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 29 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 0 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Max Discharge | 880 cfs |
| Year Completed | 1972 (54 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05961 |
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
L.B. Powell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of L. B. Powell Dam?
L. B. Powell 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 L. B. Powell Dam?
L. B. Powell Dam is owned by L.B. Powell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was L. B. Powell Dam built?
L. B. Powell Dam was completed in 1972, making it 54 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 L. B. Powell Dam?
L. B. Powell Dam serves the following purposes: Fish And Wildlife Pond, Irrigation, Recreation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is L. B. Powell Dam?
L. B. Powell Dam has a dam height of 25 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.