Lake Rutledge Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Rutledge Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1940 and is 86 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 30 ft (taller than 76% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 532 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 7.4K acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 275 acres |
| Drainage Area | 38,400 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1940 (86 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00460 |
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
State of Georgia, Dnr, Parks, and Historic Places
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Rutledge Dam?
Lake Rutledge 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 Rutledge Dam?
Lake Rutledge Dam is owned by State of Georgia, Dnr, Parks, and Historic Places (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Rutledge Dam built?
Lake Rutledge Dam was completed in 1940, making it 86 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 Rutledge Dam?
Lake Rutledge 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 Rutledge Dam?
Lake Rutledge Dam has a dam height of 30 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 Rutledge Dam last inspected?
Lake Rutledge Dam was last inspected on July 1, 1997. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.