Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam is classified as high hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1960 and is 66 years old. Its primary use is recreation. High hazard means loss of life is likely if the dam fails — it does not indicate the dam's current condition. Learn more.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 14 ft (taller than 16.4% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 1,700 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 136 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 103 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 17 acres |
| Drainage Area | 420 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1960 (66 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00315 |
Safety Information
Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails.
Hazard potential describes downstream consequences of failure, not the dam's current condition. What does this mean?
Ownership
Thompson, Barbara S.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam?
Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam is classified as High Hazard. Loss of human life is likely if the dam fails. This classification refers to the potential downstream consequences of a failure, not the dam's current structural condition.
Who owns and operates Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam?
Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam is owned by Thompson, Barbara S. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam built?
Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam was completed in 1960, making it 66 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 Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam?
Lower Yarbrough 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 Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam?
Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam has a dam height of 14 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 Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam last inspected?
Lower Yarbrough Lake Dam was last inspected on March 7, 2017. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.