Laying Project Road Dam
Key Takeaway
Laying Project Road Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1950 and is 76 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 360 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 121 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 8 acres |
| Drainage Area | 320 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1950 (76 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02845 |
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
State of Georgia
State Government
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What is the hazard classification of Laying Project Road Dam?
Laying Project Road 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 Laying Project Road Dam?
Laying Project Road Dam is owned by State of Georgia (State Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Laying Project Road Dam built?
Laying Project Road Dam was completed in 1950, making it 76 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 Laying Project Road Dam?
Laying Project Road 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 Laying Project Road Dam?
Laying Project Road Dam has a dam height of 27 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 Laying Project Road Dam last inspected?
Laying Project Road Dam was last inspected on December 6, 2016. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.