Landis Plantation Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Landis Plantation Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1980 and is 46 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 21 ft (taller than 43.5% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 540 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 244 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 76 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1980 (46 years old) |
| NID ID | GA06089 |
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
James Landis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Landis Plantation Lake Dam?
Landis Plantation Lake 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 Landis Plantation Lake Dam?
Landis Plantation Lake Dam is owned by James Landis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Landis Plantation Lake Dam built?
Landis Plantation Lake Dam was completed in 1980, making it 46 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 Landis Plantation Lake Dam?
Landis Plantation Lake 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 Landis Plantation Lake Dam?
Landis Plantation Lake 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 Landis Plantation Lake Dam last inspected?
Landis Plantation Lake Dam was last inspected on May 22, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.