Lake Judy Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Judy Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1964 and is 62 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 510 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 159 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 108 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 12 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1964 (62 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02706 |
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
Brannon, Judy
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Judy Dam?
Lake Judy 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 Judy Dam?
Lake Judy Dam is owned by Brannon, Judy (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Judy Dam built?
Lake Judy Dam was completed in 1964, making it 62 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 Judy Dam?
Lake Judy Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Judy Dam?
Lake Judy Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Judy Dam last inspected?
Lake Judy Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2018. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.