Lake Feldwood Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Feldwood Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 634 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 164 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 77 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 825 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01528 |
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
Lake Feldwood Garden Club, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Feldwood Dam?
Lake Feldwood 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 Feldwood Dam?
Lake Feldwood Dam is owned by Lake Feldwood Garden Club, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Feldwood Dam built?
Lake Feldwood Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Feldwood Dam?
Lake Feldwood 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 Feldwood Dam?
Lake Feldwood Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Feldwood Dam last inspected?
Lake Feldwood Dam was last inspected on May 9, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.