Lake Greystone Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Greystone Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1921 and is 105 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 480 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 40 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 5 acres |
| Year Completed | 1921 (105 years old) |
| NID ID | GA04220 |
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
Polston, Mr. & Mrs. Willie A. Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Greystone Dam?
Lake Greystone 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 Greystone Dam?
Lake Greystone Dam is owned by Polston, Mr. & Mrs. Willie A. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Greystone Dam built?
Lake Greystone Dam was completed in 1921, making it 105 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 Greystone Dam?
Lake Greystone 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 Greystone Dam?
Lake Greystone Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Greystone Dam last inspected?
Lake Greystone Dam was last inspected on April 30, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.