Lake Thehama Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Thehama Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 35 ft (taller than 86.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 373 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 310 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| NID ID | GA05625 |
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
Allen, Jim
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Thehama Dam?
Lake Thehama 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 Thehama Dam?
Lake Thehama Dam is owned by Allen, Jim (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lake Thehama Dam?
Lake Thehama 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 Thehama Dam?
Lake Thehama Dam has a dam height of 35 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 Thehama Dam last inspected?
Lake Thehama Dam was last inspected on October 1, 2012. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.