Malone Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Malone Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1971 and is 55 years old. Its primary use is fire protection.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 22 ft (taller than 47% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 615 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 209 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 83 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 0 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1971 (55 years old) |
| NID ID | GA00027 |
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
Malone, A. C. Jr.
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Malone Lake Dam?
Malone 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 Malone Lake Dam?
Malone Lake Dam is owned by Malone, A. C. Jr. (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Malone Lake Dam built?
Malone Lake Dam was completed in 1971, making it 55 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 Malone Lake Dam?
Malone Lake Dam serves the following purposes: Fire Protection, Stock, Or Small Fish Pond. Many dams in the U.S. are multi-purpose, supporting flood control, water supply, recreation, and other uses.
How tall is Malone Lake Dam?
Malone Lake Dam has a dam height of 22 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 Malone Lake Dam last inspected?
Malone Lake Dam was last inspected on November 1, 2004. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.