Lake Talmadge Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Talmadge Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1954 and is 72 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 19 ft (taller than 36.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 625 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 112 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 59 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 13 acres |
| Drainage Area | 470 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1954 (72 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00076 |
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
Henry Hurrell
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Talmadge Dam?
Lake Talmadge 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 Talmadge Dam?
Lake Talmadge Dam is owned by Henry Hurrell (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Talmadge Dam built?
Lake Talmadge Dam was completed in 1954, making it 72 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 Talmadge Dam?
Lake Talmadge 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 Talmadge Dam?
Lake Talmadge 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 Talmadge Dam last inspected?
Lake Talmadge Dam was last inspected on May 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.