Lindsey Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lindsey Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1979 and is 47 years old. Its primary use is irrigation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 13 ft (taller than 12.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 835 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 130 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 70 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 14 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1979 (47 years old) |
| Year Modified | 1979 |
| NID ID | GA03422 |
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
Michael L. Willis
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lindsey Lake Dam?
Lindsey 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 Lindsey Lake Dam?
Lindsey Lake Dam is owned by Michael L. Willis (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lindsey Lake Dam built?
Lindsey Lake Dam was completed in 1979, making it 47 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 Lindsey Lake Dam?
Lindsey Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Irrigation. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Lindsey Lake Dam?
Lindsey Lake Dam has a dam height of 13 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 Lindsey Lake Dam last inspected?
Lindsey Lake Dam was last inspected on February 1, 2010. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.