Mangham Lake Dam
Key Takeaway
Mangham Lake Dam is classified as low hazard in Georgia. It was completed in 1977 and is 49 years old. Its primary use is recreation.
Physical Details
| Dam Height | 20 ft (taller than 40.1% in GA) |
| Dam Length | 645 ft |
| Dam Type | Earth |
| Max Storage | 128 acre-ft |
| Normal Storage | 58 acre-ft |
| Surface Area | 11 acres |
| Drainage Area | 480 sq mi |
| Year Completed | 1977 (49 years old) |
| NID ID | GA02572 |
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
Deer Trail Country Club
Private
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What is the hazard classification of Mangham Lake Dam?
Mangham 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 Mangham Lake Dam?
Mangham Lake Dam is owned by Deer Trail Country Club (Private). The owner is responsible for maintenance, inspections, and compliance with dam safety regulations.
When was Mangham Lake Dam built?
Mangham Lake Dam was completed in 1977, making it 49 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 Mangham Lake Dam?
Mangham 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 Mangham Lake Dam?
Mangham Lake Dam has a dam height of 20 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 Mangham Lake Dam last inspected?
Mangham Lake Dam was last inspected on September 5, 2014. Inspection dates indicate when a formal review occurred, not the results of that inspection.