Madison Raw Water Reservoir
Key Takeaway
Madison Raw Water Reservoir is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1989 and is 37 years old. Its primary use is water supply.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 55 ft (taller than 97.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 520 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 508 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 243 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 20 acres |
| Year Completed | 1989 (37 years old) |
| NID ID | GA05193 |
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
City of Madison
Local Government
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What is the hazard classification of Madison Raw Water Reservoir?
Madison Raw Water Reservoir 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 Madison Raw Water Reservoir?
Madison Raw Water Reservoir is owned by City of Madison (Local Government). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Madison Raw Water Reservoir built?
Madison Raw Water Reservoir was completed in 1989, making it 37 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 Madison Raw Water Reservoir?
Madison Raw Water Reservoir serves the following purposes: Water Supply. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Madison Raw Water Reservoir?
Madison Raw Water Reservoir has a dam height of 55 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.