Lake Arthur Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Arthur Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 285 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 94 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 6 acres |
| Drainage Area | 330 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02485 |
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
Turner, Arthur C.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Arthur Dam?
Lake Arthur 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 Lake Arthur Dam?
Lake Arthur Dam is owned by Turner, Arthur C. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Arthur Dam built?
Lake Arthur Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lake Arthur Dam?
Lake Arthur 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 Lake Arthur Dam?
Lake Arthur 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 Lake Arthur Dam last inspected?
Lake Arthur Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.