Lake Ma-Bo Dam

UNKNOWN· Turner, Georgia· Earth· 15 ft tall
Low Hazard Irrigation Private

Key Takeaway

Lake Ma-Bo Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is irrigation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 15 ft (taller than 20.3% in GA)
Dam Length1,290 ft
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage263 acre-ft
Normal Storage121 acre-ft
Surface Area26 acres
Drainage Area550 sq mi
NID IDGA02978

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: March 4, 2015
State Regulated: No

Ownership

Youngblood, R.E. and Lillian

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Lake Ma-Bo Dam?

Lake Ma-Bo 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 Ma-Bo Dam?

Lake Ma-Bo Dam is owned by Youngblood, R.E. and Lillian (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Lake Ma-Bo Dam?

Lake Ma-Bo 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 Ma-Bo Dam?

Lake Ma-Bo Dam has a dam height of 15 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 Ma-Bo Dam last inspected?

Lake Ma-Bo Dam was last inspected on March 4, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.