Little Royal Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Little Royal Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 27 ft (taller than 65.9% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 300 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 27 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 17 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 2 acres |
| Drainage Area | 295 sq mi |
| NID ID | GA04179 |
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
Robert willis SAntos Ophelia Taylor Vaughn
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Little Royal Lake Dam?
Little Royal 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 Little Royal Lake Dam?
Little Royal Lake Dam is owned by Robert willis SAntos Ophelia Taylor Vaughn (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
What is the primary purpose of Little Royal Lake Dam?
Little Royal Lake 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 Little Royal Lake Dam?
Little Royal Lake 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 Little Royal Lake Dam last inspected?
Little Royal Lake Dam was last inspected on September 1, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.