Lake Philema Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Philema Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 745 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 2.7K acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 1.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 169 acres |
| Drainage Area | 6,600 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01419 |
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
Billy Allen Farms LLLP
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Philema Dam?
Lake Philema 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 Philema Dam?
Lake Philema Dam is owned by Billy Allen Farms LLLP (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Philema Dam built?
Lake Philema Dam was completed in 1965, making it 61 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 Philema Dam?
Lake Philema 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 Philema Dam?
Lake Philema Dam has a dam height of 19 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 Philema Dam last inspected?
Lake Philema Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2003. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.