Lathon Lake Dam North
Key Takeaway
Lathon Lake Dam North is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 11 ft (taller than 6.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 735 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 105 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 60 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 15 acres |
| Drainage Area | 415 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA03626 |
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
Irwin County Commissioners Office, Honorable Chairman Joey Whitley -
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lathon Lake Dam North?
Lathon Lake Dam North 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 Lathon Lake Dam North?
Lathon Lake Dam North is owned by Irwin County Commissioners Office, Honorable Chairman Joey Whitley - (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Lathon Lake Dam North?
Lathon Lake Dam North 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 Lathon Lake Dam North?
Lathon Lake Dam North has a dam height of 11 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 Lathon Lake Dam North last inspected?
Lathon Lake Dam North was last inspected on March 1, 2009. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.