Lake Dyal Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Dyal Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1948 and is 78 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 17 ft (taller than 28.7% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 640 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 229 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 370 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1948 (78 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00082 |
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
Hugh Yawn JR
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Dyal Lake Dam?
Lake Dyal 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 Lake Dyal Lake Dam?
Lake Dyal Lake Dam is owned by Hugh Yawn JR (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Dyal Lake Dam built?
Lake Dyal Lake Dam was completed in 1948, making it 78 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 Dyal Lake Dam?
Lake Dyal 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 Lake Dyal Lake Dam?
Lake Dyal Lake Dam has a dam height of 17 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 Dyal Lake Dam last inspected?
Lake Dyal Lake Dam was last inspected on January 5, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.