Lake Myda Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Myda Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 16 ft (taller than 24.2% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 705 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 572 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 212 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 49 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01580 |
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
Hammack, D.W. Jr.;Hammack, Dan W. Iii
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Myda Dam?
Lake Myda 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 Myda Dam?
Lake Myda Dam is owned by Hammack, D.W. Jr.;Hammack, Dan W. Iii (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Myda Dam built?
Lake Myda Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Myda Dam?
Lake Myda 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 Myda Dam?
Lake Myda Dam has a dam height of 16 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 Myda Dam last inspected?
Lake Myda Dam was last inspected on October 15, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.