Lake Tyrone North Dam
Key Takeaway
Lake Tyrone North Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1965 and is 61 years old.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 370 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 177 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 66 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 425 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1965 (61 years old) |
| NID ID | GA01362 |
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
Florida Rock Properties, Inc.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lake Tyrone North Dam?
Lake Tyrone North 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 Tyrone North Dam?
Lake Tyrone North Dam is owned by Florida Rock Properties, Inc. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lake Tyrone North Dam built?
Lake Tyrone North 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.
How tall is Lake Tyrone North Dam?
Lake Tyrone North Dam has a dam height of 21 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 Tyrone North Dam last inspected?
Lake Tyrone North Dam was last inspected on March 18, 2015. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.