Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South

unknown· Schley, Georgia· Earth· 32 ft tall
Low Hazard Recreation Private

Key Takeaway

Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.

Physical Details

Dam Height 32 ft (taller than 81% in GA)
Dam TypeEarth
Max Storage240 acre-ft
Normal Storage189 acre-ft
Surface Area14 acres
NID IDGA00467

Safety Information

Low Hazard

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?

Emergency Action Plan: No
Last Inspection: May 4, 2016
State Regulated: No

Ownership

WALL, BILLIE

Private

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Frequently Asked Questions

What is the hazard classification of Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South?

Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South 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 Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South?

Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South is owned by WALL, BILLIE (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.

What is the primary purpose of Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South?

Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South 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 Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South?

Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South has a dam height of 32 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 Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South last inspected?

Layfield & Tidd Lake Dam South was last inspected on May 4, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.

Data from the National Inventory of Dams (NID) maintained by the US Army Corps of Engineers. Dam conditions may have changed since the last update. This site is not affiliated with USACE. Do not use for emergency planning — contact your local dam safety program.