Lake Kelly Irrigation Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Kelly Irrigation Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 24 ft (taller than 54.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 498 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 205 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 170 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 18 acres |
| Drainage Area | 680 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04779 |
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
Curry, C. E.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Kelly Irrigation Dam?
Lake Kelly Irrigation 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 Kelly Irrigation Dam?
Lake Kelly Irrigation Dam is owned by Curry, C. E. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Kelly Irrigation Dam?
Lake Kelly Irrigation Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lake Kelly Irrigation Dam?
Lake Kelly Irrigation Dam has a dam height of 24 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 Kelly Irrigation Dam last inspected?
Lake Kelly Irrigation Dam was last inspected on June 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.