Lake Malcolm Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Malcolm Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1984 and is 42 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 25 ft (taller than 58.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 690 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 157 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 100 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Year Completed | 1984 (42 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05195 |
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
Rather, Daniel B.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Malcolm Dam?
Lake Malcolm 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 Malcolm Dam?
Lake Malcolm Dam is owned by Rather, Daniel B. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Malcolm Dam built?
Lake Malcolm Dam was completed in 1984, making it 42 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 Malcolm Dam?
Lake Malcolm 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 Malcolm Dam?
Lake Malcolm Dam has a dam height of 25 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.